How many syllables in “coup”?
1
syllable in "coup"
coup
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Word details
Syllables
1
coup
Letters
4
c · o · u · p
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
c3
o1
u1
p3
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About the word “coup”
The word “coup” contains 1 syllable, divided as coup. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "coup" have?
"coup" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "coup" into syllables?
"coup" is divided into syllables as: coup.
What is the Scrabble score for "coup"?
The Scrabble score for "coup" is 8 points.
Using “coup” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "coup" 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, “coup” 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.