How many syllables in “kids”?
syllable in "kids"
Word details
Syllables
1
kids
Letters
4
k · i · d · s
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “kids”
The word “kids” contains 1 syllable, divided as kids. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kids" have?
"kids" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "kids" into syllables?
"kids" is divided into syllables as: kids.
What is the Scrabble score for "kids"?
The Scrabble score for "kids" is 9 points.
Using “kids” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "kids" 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, “kids” 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 “kids”
The letters in “kids” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: disk, skid.