How many syllables in “verses”?
syllable in "verses"
Word details
Syllables
1
verses
Letters
6
v · e · r · s · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “verses”
The word “verses” contains 1 syllable, divided as verses. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "verses" have?
"verses" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "verses" into syllables?
"verses" is divided into syllables as: verses.
What is the Scrabble score for "verses"?
The Scrabble score for "verses" is 9 points.
Using “verses” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "verses" 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, “verses” 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.
Anagrams of “verses”
The letters in “verses” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: serves, severs.