How many syllables in “mus”?
syllable in "mus"
Word details
Syllables
1
mus
Letters
3
m · u · s
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “mus”
The word “mus” contains 1 syllable, divided as mus. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mus" have?
"mus" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "mus" into syllables?
"mus" is divided into syllables as: mus.
What is the Scrabble score for "mus"?
The Scrabble score for "mus" is 5 points.
Using “mus” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "mus" 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, “mus” 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.
Anagrams of “mus”
The letters in “mus” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sum.