How many syllables in “slash”?
1
syllable in "slash"
slash
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Word details
Syllables
1
slash
Letters
5
s · l · a · s · h
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
s1
l1
a1
s1
h4
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About the word “slash”
The word “slash” contains 1 syllable, divided as slash. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "slash" have?
"slash" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "slash" into syllables?
"slash" is divided into syllables as: slash.
What is the Scrabble score for "slash"?
The Scrabble score for "slash" is 8 points.
Using “slash” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "slash" 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, “slash” is worth 8 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.