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