How many syllables in “rush”?
syllable in "rush"
Word details
Syllables
1
rush
Letters
4
r · u · s · h
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “rush”
The word “rush” contains 1 syllable, divided as rush. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rush" have?
"rush" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "rush" into syllables?
"rush" is divided into syllables as: rush.
What is the Scrabble score for "rush"?
The Scrabble score for "rush" is 7 points.
Using “rush” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "rush" 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, “rush” 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 “rush”
The letters in “rush” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rhus.