How many syllables in “hurts”?
syllable in "hurts"
Word details
Syllables
1
hurts
Letters
5
h · u · r · t · s
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “hurts”
The word “hurts” contains 1 syllable, divided as hurts. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hurts" have?
"hurts" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "hurts" into syllables?
"hurts" is divided into syllables as: hurts.
What is the Scrabble score for "hurts"?
The Scrabble score for "hurts" is 8 points.
Using “hurts” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "hurts" 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, “hurts” 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 “hurts”
The letters in “hurts” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: hurst, ruths.