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