How many syllables in “grasps”?
syllable in "grasps"
Word details
Syllables
1
grasps
Letters
6
g · r · a · s · p · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “grasps”
The word “grasps” contains 1 syllable, divided as grasps. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "grasps" have?
"grasps" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "grasps" into syllables?
"grasps" is divided into syllables as: grasps.
What is the Scrabble score for "grasps"?
The Scrabble score for "grasps" is 9 points.
Using “grasps” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "grasps" 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, “grasps” is worth 9 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 “grasps”
The letters in “grasps” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sprags.