How many syllables in “spouse”?
syllable in "spouse"
Word details
Syllables
1
spouse
Letters
6
s · p · o · u · s · e
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “spouse”
The word “spouse” contains 1 syllable, divided as spouse. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "spouse" have?
"spouse" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "spouse" into syllables?
"spouse" is divided into syllables as: spouse.
What is the Scrabble score for "spouse"?
The Scrabble score for "spouse" is 8 points.
Using “spouse” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "spouse" 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, “spouse” 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 “spouse”
The letters in “spouse” can be rearranged to spell one other word: opuses.