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