How many syllables in “tenths”?
1
syllable in "tenths"
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Word details
Syllables
1
tenths
Letters
6
t · e · n · t · h · s
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
t1
e1
n1
t1
h4
s1
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About the word “tenths”
The word “tenths” contains 1 syllable, divided as tenths. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tenths" have?
"tenths" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "tenths" into syllables?
"tenths" is divided into syllables as: tenths.
What is the Scrabble score for "tenths"?
The Scrabble score for "tenths" is 9 points.
Using “tenths” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "tenths" 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, “tenths” 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.