How many syllables in “spent”?
syllable in "spent"
Word details
Syllables
1
spent
Letters
5
s · p · e · n · t
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “spent”
The word “spent” contains 1 syllable, divided as spent. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "spent" have?
"spent" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "spent" into syllables?
"spent" is divided into syllables as: spent.
What is the Scrabble score for "spent"?
The Scrabble score for "spent" is 7 points.
Using “spent” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "spent" 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, “spent” is worth 7 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.