How many syllables in “wasts”?
syllable in "wasts"
Word details
Syllables
1
wasts
Letters
5
w · a · s · t · s
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “wasts”
The word “wasts” contains 1 syllable, divided as wasts. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wasts" have?
"wasts" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "wasts" into syllables?
"wasts" is divided into syllables as: wasts.
What is the Scrabble score for "wasts"?
The Scrabble score for "wasts" is 8 points.
Using “wasts” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "wasts" 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, “wasts” 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 “wasts”
The letters in “wasts” can be rearranged to spell one other word: swats.