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