How many syllables in “dark”?
1
syllable in "dark"
dark
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Word details
Syllables
1
dark
Letters
4
d · a · r · k
Scrabble
9
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
d2
a1
r1
k5
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About the word “dark”
The word “dark” contains 1 syllable, divided as dark. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dark" have?
"dark" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "dark" into syllables?
"dark" is divided into syllables as: dark.
What is the Scrabble score for "dark"?
The Scrabble score for "dark" is 9 points.
Using “dark” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "dark" 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, “dark” 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.