How many syllables in “dah”?
syllable in "dah"
Word details
Syllables
1
dah
Letters
3
d · a · h
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “dah”
The word “dah” contains 1 syllable, divided as dah. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dah" have?
"dah" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "dah" into syllables?
"dah" is divided into syllables as: dah.
What is the Scrabble score for "dah"?
The Scrabble score for "dah" is 7 points.
Using “dah” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "dah" 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, “dah” 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.
Anagrams of “dah”
The letters in “dah” can be rearranged to spell one other word: had.