How many syllables in “slug”?
syllable in "slug"
Word details
Syllables
1
slug
Letters
4
s · l · u · g
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “slug”
The word “slug” contains 1 syllable, divided as slug. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "slug" have?
"slug" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "slug" into syllables?
"slug" is divided into syllables as: slug.
What is the Scrabble score for "slug"?
The Scrabble score for "slug" is 5 points.
Using “slug” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "slug" 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, “slug” is worth 5 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 “slug”
The letters in “slug” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: guls, lugs.