How many syllables in “ah”?
syllable in "ah"
Word details
Syllables
1
ah
Letters
2
a · h
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “ah”
The word “ah” contains 1 syllable, divided as ah. It has 2 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ah" have?
"ah" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "ah" into syllables?
"ah" is divided into syllables as: ah.
What is the Scrabble score for "ah"?
The Scrabble score for "ah" is 5 points.
Using “ah” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "ah" 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, “ah” 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 “ah”
The letters in “ah” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ha.