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