How many syllables in “desk”?
1
syllable in "desk"
desk
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Word details
Syllables
1
desk
Letters
4
d · e · s · k
Scrabble
9
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
d2
e1
s1
k5
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About the word “desk”
The word “desk” contains 1 syllable, divided as desk. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "desk" have?
"desk" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "desk" into syllables?
"desk" is divided into syllables as: desk.
What is the Scrabble score for "desk"?
The Scrabble score for "desk" is 9 points.
Using “desk” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "desk" 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, “desk” 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.