How many syllables in “roads”?
syllable in "roads"
Word details
Syllables
1
roads
Letters
5
r · o · a · d · s
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “roads”
The word “roads” contains 1 syllable, divided as roads. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "roads" have?
"roads" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "roads" into syllables?
"roads" is divided into syllables as: roads.
What is the Scrabble score for "roads"?
The Scrabble score for "roads" is 6 points.
Using “roads” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "roads" 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, “roads” is worth 6 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 “roads”
The letters in “roads” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: dorsa, sarod.