How many syllables in “cog”?
1
syllable in "cog"
cog
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Word details
Syllables
1
cog
Letters
3
c · o · g
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
c3
o1
g2
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About the word “cog”
The word “cog” contains 1 syllable, divided as cog. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cog" have?
"cog" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "cog" into syllables?
"cog" is divided into syllables as: cog.
What is the Scrabble score for "cog"?
The Scrabble score for "cog" is 6 points.
Using “cog” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "cog" 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, “cog” is worth 6 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.