How many syllables in “trust”?
syllable in "trust"
Word details
Syllables
1
trust
Letters
5
t · r · u · s · t
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “trust”
The word “trust” contains 1 syllable, divided as trust. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "trust" have?
"trust" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "trust" into syllables?
"trust" is divided into syllables as: trust.
What is the Scrabble score for "trust"?
The Scrabble score for "trust" is 5 points.
Using “trust” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "trust" 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, “trust” 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 “trust”
The letters in “trust” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: strut, sturt.