How many syllables in “spend”?
syllable in "spend"
Word details
Syllables
1
spend
Letters
5
s · p · e · n · d
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “spend”
The word “spend” contains 1 syllable, divided as spend. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "spend" have?
"spend" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "spend" into syllables?
"spend" is divided into syllables as: spend.
What is the Scrabble score for "spend"?
The Scrabble score for "spend" is 8 points.
Using “spend” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "spend" 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, “spend” 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 “spend”
The letters in “spend” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pends.