How many syllables in “grasp”?
syllable in "grasp"
Word details
Syllables
1
grasp
Letters
5
g · r · a · s · p
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “grasp”
The word “grasp” contains 1 syllable, divided as grasp. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "grasp" have?
"grasp" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "grasp" into syllables?
"grasp" is divided into syllables as: grasp.
What is the Scrabble score for "grasp"?
The Scrabble score for "grasp" is 8 points.
Using “grasp” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "grasp" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “grasp” is worth 8 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “grasp”
The letters in “grasp” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sprag.