How many syllables in “tends”?
syllable in "tends"
Word details
Syllables
1
tends
Letters
5
t · e · n · d · s
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “tends”
The word “tends” contains 1 syllable, divided as tends. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tends" have?
"tends" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "tends" into syllables?
"tends" is divided into syllables as: tends.
What is the Scrabble score for "tends"?
The Scrabble score for "tends" is 6 points.
Using “tends” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "tends" 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, “tends” 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 “tends”
The letters in “tends” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dents.