How many syllables in “souse”?
syllable in "souse"
Word details
Syllables
1
souse
Letters
5
s · o · u · s · e
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “souse”
The word “souse” contains 1 syllable, divided as souse. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "souse" have?
"souse" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "souse" into syllables?
"souse" is divided into syllables as: souse.
What is the Scrabble score for "souse"?
The Scrabble score for "souse" is 5 points.
Using “souse” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "souse" 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, “souse” 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.