How many syllables in “tanks”?
syllable in "tanks"
Word details
Syllables
1
tanks
Letters
5
t · a · n · k · s
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “tanks”
The word “tanks” contains 1 syllable, divided as tanks. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tanks" have?
"tanks" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "tanks" into syllables?
"tanks" is divided into syllables as: tanks.
What is the Scrabble score for "tanks"?
The Scrabble score for "tanks" is 9 points.
Using “tanks” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "tanks" 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, “tanks” is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “tanks”
The letters in “tanks” can be rearranged to spell one other word: stank.