How many syllables in “slum”?
syllable in "slum"
Word details
Syllables
1
slum
Letters
4
s · l · u · m
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “slum”
The word “slum” contains 1 syllable, divided as slum. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "slum" have?
"slum" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "slum" into syllables?
"slum" is divided into syllables as: slum.
What is the Scrabble score for "slum"?
The Scrabble score for "slum" is 6 points.
Using “slum” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "slum" 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, “slum” is worth 6 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 “slum”
The letters in “slum” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lums.