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