How many syllables in “maps”?
syllable in "maps"
Word details
Syllables
1
maps
Letters
4
m · a · p · s
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “maps”
The word “maps” contains 1 syllable, divided as maps. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "maps" have?
"maps" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "maps" into syllables?
"maps" is divided into syllables as: maps.
What is the Scrabble score for "maps"?
The Scrabble score for "maps" is 8 points.
Using “maps” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "maps" 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, “maps” is worth 8 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “maps”
The letters in “maps” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: amps, pams, samp.