How many syllables in “losses”?
syllable in "losses"
Word details
Syllables
1
losses
Letters
6
l · o · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “losses”
The word “losses” contains 1 syllable, divided as losses. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "losses" have?
"losses" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "losses" into syllables?
"losses" is divided into syllables as: losses.
What is the Scrabble score for "losses"?
The Scrabble score for "losses" is 6 points.
Using “losses” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "losses" 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, “losses” is worth 6 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.