How many syllables in “pairs”?
syllable in "pairs"
Word details
Syllables
1
pairs
Letters
5
p · a · i · r · s
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “pairs”
The word “pairs” contains 1 syllable, divided as pairs. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pairs" have?
"pairs" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "pairs" into syllables?
"pairs" is divided into syllables as: pairs.
What is the Scrabble score for "pairs"?
The Scrabble score for "pairs" is 7 points.
Using “pairs” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "pairs" 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, “pairs” 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 “pairs”
The letters in “pairs” can be rearranged to spell one other word: paris.