How many syllables in “daub”?
syllable in "daub"
Word details
Syllables
1
daub
Letters
4
d · a · u · b
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “daub”
The word “daub” contains 1 syllable, divided as daub. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "daub" have?
"daub" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "daub" into syllables?
"daub" is divided into syllables as: daub.
What is the Scrabble score for "daub"?
The Scrabble score for "daub" is 7 points.
Using “daub” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "daub" 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, “daub” 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 “daub”
The letters in “daub” can be rearranged to spell one other word: baud.