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