How many syllables in “purse”?
syllable in "purse"
Word details
Syllables
1
purse
Letters
5
p · u · r · s · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “purse”
The word “purse” contains 1 syllable, divided as purse. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "purse" have?
"purse" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "purse" into syllables?
"purse" is divided into syllables as: purse.
What is the Scrabble score for "purse"?
The Scrabble score for "purse" is 7 points.
Using “purse” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "purse" 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, “purse” 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 “purse”
The letters in “purse” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: sprue, super.