How many syllables in “stubs”?
syllable in "stubs"
Word details
Syllables
1
stubs
Letters
5
s · t · u · b · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “stubs”
The word “stubs” contains 1 syllable, divided as stubs. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stubs" have?
"stubs" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "stubs" into syllables?
"stubs" is divided into syllables as: stubs.
What is the Scrabble score for "stubs"?
The Scrabble score for "stubs" is 7 points.
Using “stubs” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "stubs" 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, “stubs” 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 “stubs”
The letters in “stubs” can be rearranged to spell one other word: busts.