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