How many syllables in “damp”?
1
syllable in "damp"
damp
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Word details
Syllables
1
damp
Letters
4
d · a · m · p
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
d2
a1
m3
p3
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About the word “damp”
The word “damp” contains 1 syllable, divided as damp. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "damp" have?
"damp" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "damp" into syllables?
"damp" is divided into syllables as: damp.
What is the Scrabble score for "damp"?
The Scrabble score for "damp" is 9 points.
Using “damp” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "damp" 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, “damp” 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.