How many syllables in “sludge”?
1
syllable in "sludge"
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Word details
Syllables
1
sludge
Letters
6
s · l · u · d · g · e
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
s1
l1
u1
d2
g2
e1
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About the word “sludge”
The word “sludge” contains 1 syllable, divided as sludge. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sludge" have?
"sludge" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "sludge" into syllables?
"sludge" is divided into syllables as: sludge.
What is the Scrabble score for "sludge"?
The Scrabble score for "sludge" is 8 points.
Using “sludge” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "sludge" 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, “sludge” 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.