How many syllables in “cum”?
1
syllable in "cum"
cum
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Word details
Syllables
1
cum
Letters
3
c · u · m
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
c3
u1
m3
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About the word “cum”
The word “cum” contains 1 syllable, divided as cum. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cum" have?
"cum" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "cum" into syllables?
"cum" is divided into syllables as: cum.
What is the Scrabble score for "cum"?
The Scrabble score for "cum" is 7 points.
Using “cum” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "cum" 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, “cum” 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.