How many syllables in “dart”?
syllable in "dart"
Word details
Syllables
1
dart
Letters
4
d · a · r · t
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “dart”
The word “dart” contains 1 syllable, divided as dart. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dart" have?
"dart" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "dart" into syllables?
"dart" is divided into syllables as: dart.
What is the Scrabble score for "dart"?
The Scrabble score for "dart" is 5 points.
Using “dart” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "dart" 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, “dart” is worth 5 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 “dart”
The letters in “dart” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: drat, trad.