How many syllables in “hugs”?
syllable in "hugs"
Word details
Syllables
1
hugs
Letters
4
h · u · g · s
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “hugs”
The word “hugs” contains 1 syllable, divided as hugs. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hugs" have?
"hugs" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "hugs" into syllables?
"hugs" is divided into syllables as: hugs.
What is the Scrabble score for "hugs"?
The Scrabble score for "hugs" is 8 points.
Using “hugs” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "hugs" 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, “hugs” 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 “hugs”
The letters in “hugs” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: gush, sugh, ughs.