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