How many syllables in “words”?
syllable in "words"
Word details
Syllables
1
words
Letters
5
w · o · r · d · s
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “words”
The word “words” contains 1 syllable, divided as words. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "words" have?
"words" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "words" into syllables?
"words" is divided into syllables as: words.
What is the Scrabble score for "words"?
The Scrabble score for "words" is 9 points.
Using “words” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "words" 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, “words” 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 “words”
The letters in “words” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sword.