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