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