How many syllables in “cove”?
1
syllable in "cove"
cove
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Word details
Syllables
1
cove
Letters
4
c · o · v · e
Scrabble
9
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
c3
o1
v4
e1
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About the word “cove”
The word “cove” contains 1 syllable, divided as cove. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cove" have?
"cove" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "cove" into syllables?
"cove" is divided into syllables as: cove.
What is the Scrabble score for "cove"?
The Scrabble score for "cove" is 9 points.
Using “cove” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "cove" 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, “cove” is worth 9 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.