How many syllables in “laws”?
syllable in "laws"
Word details
Syllables
1
laws
Letters
4
l · a · w · s
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “laws”
The word “laws” contains 1 syllable, divided as laws. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "laws" have?
"laws" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "laws" into syllables?
"laws" is divided into syllables as: laws.
What is the Scrabble score for "laws"?
The Scrabble score for "laws" is 7 points.
Using “laws” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "laws" 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, “laws” is worth 7 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 “laws”
The letters in “laws” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: awls, slaw.