How many syllables in “teeth”?
1
syllable in "teeth"
teeth
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Word details
Syllables
1
teeth
Letters
5
t · e · e · t · h
Scrabble
8
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
t1
e1
e1
t1
h4
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About the word “teeth”
The word “teeth” contains 1 syllable, divided as teeth. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "teeth" have?
"teeth" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "teeth" into syllables?
"teeth" is divided into syllables as: teeth.
What is the Scrabble score for "teeth"?
The Scrabble score for "teeth" is 8 points.
Using “teeth” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "teeth" 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, “teeth” is worth 8 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.