How many syllables in “ranks”?
syllable in "ranks"
Word details
Syllables
1
ranks
Letters
5
r · a · n · k · s
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “ranks”
The word “ranks” contains 1 syllable, divided as ranks. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ranks" have?
"ranks" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "ranks" into syllables?
"ranks" is divided into syllables as: ranks.
What is the Scrabble score for "ranks"?
The Scrabble score for "ranks" is 9 points.
Using “ranks” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "ranks" 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, “ranks” 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 “ranks”
The letters in “ranks” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: karns, knars, narks, snark.