How many syllables in “plums”?
syllable in "plums"
Word details
Syllables
1
plums
Letters
5
p · l · u · m · s
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “plums”
The word “plums” contains 1 syllable, divided as plums. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "plums" have?
"plums" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "plums" into syllables?
"plums" is divided into syllables as: plums.
What is the Scrabble score for "plums"?
The Scrabble score for "plums" is 9 points.
Using “plums” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "plums" 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, “plums” is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “plums”
The letters in “plums” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: lumps, slump.