How many syllables in “sauce”?
syllable in "sauce"
Word details
Syllables
1
sauce
Letters
5
s · a · u · c · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “sauce”
The word “sauce” contains 1 syllable, divided as sauce. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sauce" have?
"sauce" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "sauce" into syllables?
"sauce" is divided into syllables as: sauce.
What is the Scrabble score for "sauce"?
The Scrabble score for "sauce" is 7 points.
Using “sauce” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "sauce" 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, “sauce” 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 “sauce”
The letters in “sauce” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cause.