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