How many syllables in “steps”?
syllable in "steps"
Word details
Syllables
1
steps
Letters
5
s · t · e · p · s
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “steps”
The word “steps” contains 1 syllable, divided as steps. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "steps" have?
"steps" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "steps" into syllables?
"steps" is divided into syllables as: steps.
What is the Scrabble score for "steps"?
The Scrabble score for "steps" is 7 points.
Using “steps” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "steps" 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, “steps” 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.
Anagrams of “steps”
The letters in “steps” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: pests, septs.