How many syllables in “spasm”?
syllable in "spasm"
Word details
Syllables
1
spasm
Letters
5
s · p · a · s · m
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “spasm”
The word “spasm” contains 1 syllable, divided as spasm. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "spasm" have?
"spasm" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "spasm" into syllables?
"spasm" is divided into syllables as: spasm.
What is the Scrabble score for "spasm"?
The Scrabble score for "spasm" is 9 points.
Using “spasm” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "spasm" 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, “spasm” is worth 9 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 “spasm”
The letters in “spasm” can be rearranged to spell one other word: samps.