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