How many syllables in “tusk”?
1
syllable in "tusk"
tusk
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Word details
Syllables
1
tusk
Letters
4
t · u · s · k
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
t1
u1
s1
k5
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About the word “tusk”
The word “tusk” contains 1 syllable, divided as tusk. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tusk" have?
"tusk" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "tusk" into syllables?
"tusk" is divided into syllables as: tusk.
What is the Scrabble score for "tusk"?
The Scrabble score for "tusk" is 8 points.
Using “tusk” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "tusk" 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, “tusk” 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.