How many syllables in “cone”?
syllable in "cone"
Word details
Syllables
1
cone
Letters
4
c · o · n · e
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “cone”
The word “cone” contains 1 syllable, divided as cone. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cone" have?
"cone" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "cone" into syllables?
"cone" is divided into syllables as: cone.
What is the Scrabble score for "cone"?
The Scrabble score for "cone" is 6 points.
Using “cone” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "cone" 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, “cone” 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.
Anagrams of “cone”
The letters in “cone” can be rearranged to spell one other word: once.