How many syllables in “spouses”?
syllable in "spouses"
Word details
Syllables
1
spouses
Letters
7
s · p · o · u · s · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “spouses”
The word “spouses” contains 1 syllable, divided as spouses. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "spouses" have?
"spouses" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "spouses" into syllables?
"spouses" is divided into syllables as: spouses.
What is the Scrabble score for "spouses"?
The Scrabble score for "spouses" is 9 points.
Using “spouses” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "spouses" 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, “spouses” 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.