How many syllables in “pus”?
syllable in "pus"
Word details
Syllables
1
pus
Letters
3
p · u · s
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “pus”
The word “pus” contains 1 syllable, divided as pus. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pus" have?
"pus" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "pus" into syllables?
"pus" is divided into syllables as: pus.
What is the Scrabble score for "pus"?
The Scrabble score for "pus" is 5 points.
Using “pus” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "pus" 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, “pus” is worth 5 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 “pus”
The letters in “pus” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: sup, ups.