How many syllables in “melts”?
syllable in "melts"
Word details
Syllables
1
melts
Letters
5
m · e · l · t · s
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “melts”
The word “melts” contains 1 syllable, divided as melts. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "melts" have?
"melts" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "melts" into syllables?
"melts" is divided into syllables as: melts.
What is the Scrabble score for "melts"?
The Scrabble score for "melts" is 7 points.
Using “melts” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "melts" 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, “melts” 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 “melts”
The letters in “melts” can be rearranged to spell one other word: smelt.