How many syllables in “cob”?
1
syllable in "cob"
cob
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Word details
Syllables
1
cob
Letters
3
c · o · b
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
c3
o1
b3
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About the word “cob”
The word “cob” contains 1 syllable, divided as cob. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cob" have?
"cob" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "cob" into syllables?
"cob" is divided into syllables as: cob.
What is the Scrabble score for "cob"?
The Scrabble score for "cob" is 7 points.
Using “cob” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "cob" 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, “cob” 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.