How many syllables in “ant”?
syllable in "ant"
Word details
Syllables
1
ant
Letters
3
a · n · t
Scrabble
3
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “ant”
The word “ant” contains 1 syllable, divided as ant. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ant" have?
"ant" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "ant" into syllables?
"ant" is divided into syllables as: ant.
What is the Scrabble score for "ant"?
The Scrabble score for "ant" is 3 points.
Using “ant” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "ant" 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, “ant” is worth 3 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 “ant”
The letters in “ant” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tan.