How many syllables in “bow”?
1
syllable in "bow"
bow
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Word details
Syllables
1
bow
Letters
3
b · o · w
Scrabble
8
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
b3
o1
w4
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About the word “bow”
The word “bow” contains 1 syllable, divided as bow. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bow" have?
"bow" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "bow" into syllables?
"bow" is divided into syllables as: bow.
What is the Scrabble score for "bow"?
The Scrabble score for "bow" is 8 points.
Using “bow” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "bow" 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, “bow” is worth 8 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.