How many syllables in “shh”?
1
syllable in "shh"
shh
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Word details
Syllables
1
shh
Letters
3
s · h · h
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
s1
h4
h4
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About the word “shh”
The word “shh” contains 1 syllable, divided as shh. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shh" have?
"shh" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "shh" into syllables?
"shh" is divided into syllables as: shh.
What is the Scrabble score for "shh"?
The Scrabble score for "shh" is 9 points.
Using “shh” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "shh" 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, “shh” is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.