How many syllables in “sums”?
syllable in "sums"
Word details
Syllables
1
sums
Letters
4
s · u · m · s
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “sums”
The word “sums” contains 1 syllable, divided as sums. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sums" have?
"sums" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "sums" into syllables?
"sums" is divided into syllables as: sums.
What is the Scrabble score for "sums"?
The Scrabble score for "sums" is 6 points.
Using “sums” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "sums" 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, “sums” 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 “sums”
The letters in “sums” can be rearranged to spell one other word: muss.