How many syllables in “sooth”?
syllable in "sooth"
Word details
Syllables
1
sooth
Letters
5
s · o · o · t · h
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “sooth”
The word “sooth” contains 1 syllable, divided as sooth. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sooth" have?
"sooth" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "sooth" into syllables?
"sooth" is divided into syllables as: sooth.
What is the Scrabble score for "sooth"?
The Scrabble score for "sooth" is 8 points.
Using “sooth” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "sooth" 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, “sooth” 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.
Anagrams of “sooth”
The letters in “sooth” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: hoots, shoot.