How many syllables in “sends”?
syllable in "sends"
Word details
Syllables
1
sends
Letters
5
s · e · n · d · s
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “sends”
The word “sends” contains 1 syllable, divided as sends. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sends" have?
"sends" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "sends" into syllables?
"sends" is divided into syllables as: sends.
What is the Scrabble score for "sends"?
The Scrabble score for "sends" is 6 points.
Using “sends” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "sends" 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, “sends” 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 “sends”
The letters in “sends” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sneds.