How many syllables in “drab”?
syllable in "drab"
Word details
Syllables
1
drab
Letters
4
d · r · a · b
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “drab”
The word “drab” contains 1 syllable, divided as drab. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "drab" have?
"drab" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "drab" into syllables?
"drab" is divided into syllables as: drab.
What is the Scrabble score for "drab"?
The Scrabble score for "drab" is 7 points.
Using “drab” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "drab" 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, “drab” 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 “drab”
The letters in “drab” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: bard, brad, darb.