How many syllables in “add”?
syllable in "add"
Word details
Syllables
1
add
Letters
3
a · d · d
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “add”
The word “add” contains 1 syllable, divided as add. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "add" have?
"add" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "add" into syllables?
"add" is divided into syllables as: add.
What is the Scrabble score for "add"?
The Scrabble score for "add" is 5 points.
Using “add” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "add" 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, “add” is worth 5 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “add”
The letters in “add” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dad.