How many syllables in “do”?
syllable in "do"
Word details
Syllables
1
do
Letters
2
d · o
Scrabble
3
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “do”
The word “do” contains 1 syllable, divided as do. It has 2 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "do" have?
"do" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "do" into syllables?
"do" is divided into syllables as: do.
What is the Scrabble score for "do"?
The Scrabble score for "do" is 3 points.
Using “do” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "do" 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, “do” is worth 3 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 “do”
The letters in “do” can be rearranged to spell one other word: od.