How many syllables in “steals”?
syllable in "steals"
Word details
Syllables
1
steals
Letters
6
s · t · e · a · l · s
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “steals”
The word “steals” contains 1 syllable, divided as steals. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "steals" have?
"steals" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "steals" into syllables?
"steals" is divided into syllables as: steals.
What is the Scrabble score for "steals"?
The Scrabble score for "steals" is 6 points.
Using “steals” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "steals" 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, “steals” is worth 6 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.
Anagrams of “steals”
The letters in “steals” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: leasts, slates, stales, tassel, teslas.