How many syllables in “brad”?
syllable in "brad"
Word details
Syllables
1
brad
Letters
4
b · r · a · d
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “brad”
The word “brad” contains 1 syllable, divided as brad. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "brad" have?
"brad" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "brad" into syllables?
"brad" is divided into syllables as: brad.
What is the Scrabble score for "brad"?
The Scrabble score for "brad" is 7 points.
Using “brad” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "brad" 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, “brad” is worth 7 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 “brad”
The letters in “brad” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: bard, darb, drab.