How many syllables in “both”?
1
syllable in "both"
both
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Word details
Syllables
1
both
Letters
4
b · o · t · h
Scrabble
9
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
b3
o1
t1
h4
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About the word “both”
The word “both” contains 1 syllable, divided as both. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "both" have?
"both" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "both" into syllables?
"both" is divided into syllables as: both.
What is the Scrabble score for "both"?
The Scrabble score for "both" is 9 points.
Using “both” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "both" 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, “both” 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.