How many syllables in “must”?
syllable in "must"
Word details
Syllables
1
must
Letters
4
m · u · s · t
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “must”
The word “must” contains 1 syllable, divided as must. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "must" have?
"must" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "must" into syllables?
"must" is divided into syllables as: must.
What is the Scrabble score for "must"?
The Scrabble score for "must" is 6 points.
Using “must” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "must" 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, “must” is worth 6 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 “must”
The letters in “must” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: muts, smut, stum.