How many syllables in “mas”?
1
syllable in "mas"
mas
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Word details
Syllables
1
mas
Letters
3
m · a · s
Scrabble
5
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
m3
a1
s1
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About the word “mas”
The word “mas” contains 1 syllable, divided as mas. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mas" have?
"mas" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "mas" into syllables?
"mas" is divided into syllables as: mas.
What is the Scrabble score for "mas"?
The Scrabble score for "mas" is 5 points.
Using “mas” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "mas" 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, “mas” 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.