How many syllables in “last”?
syllable in "last"
Word details
Syllables
1
last
Letters
4
l · a · s · t
Scrabble
4
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “last”
The word “last” contains 1 syllable, divided as last. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "last" have?
"last" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "last" into syllables?
"last" is divided into syllables as: last.
What is the Scrabble score for "last"?
The Scrabble score for "last" is 4 points.
Using “last” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "last" 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, “last” is worth 4 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “last”
The letters in “last” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: alts, lats, salt, slat.