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