How many syllables in “louse”?
syllable in "louse"
Word details
Syllables
1
louse
Letters
5
l · o · u · s · e
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “louse”
The word “louse” contains 1 syllable, divided as louse. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "louse" have?
"louse" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "louse" into syllables?
"louse" is divided into syllables as: louse.
What is the Scrabble score for "louse"?
The Scrabble score for "louse" is 5 points.
Using “louse” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "louse" 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, “louse” is worth 5 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 “louse”
The letters in “louse” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ousel.