How many syllables in “stress”?
syllable in "stress"
Word details
Syllables
1
stress
Letters
6
s · t · r · e · s · s
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “stress”
The word “stress” contains 1 syllable, divided as stress. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stress" have?
"stress" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "stress" into syllables?
"stress" is divided into syllables as: stress.
What is the Scrabble score for "stress"?
The Scrabble score for "stress" is 6 points.
Using “stress” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "stress" 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, “stress” 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.