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