How many syllables in “verse”?
syllable in "verse"
Word details
Syllables
1
verse
Letters
5
v · e · r · s · e
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “verse”
The word “verse” contains 1 syllable, divided as verse. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "verse" have?
"verse" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "verse" into syllables?
"verse" is divided into syllables as: verse.
What is the Scrabble score for "verse"?
The Scrabble score for "verse" is 8 points.
Using “verse” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "verse" 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, “verse” 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.
Anagrams of “verse”
The letters in “verse” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: serve, sever, veers.