How many syllables in “mouse”?
syllable in "mouse"
Word details
Syllables
1
mouse
Letters
5
m · o · u · s · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “mouse”
The word “mouse” contains 1 syllable, divided as mouse. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mouse" have?
"mouse" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "mouse" into syllables?
"mouse" is divided into syllables as: mouse.
What is the Scrabble score for "mouse"?
The Scrabble score for "mouse" is 7 points.
Using “mouse” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "mouse" 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, “mouse” 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 “mouse”
The letters in “mouse” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: meous, moues.