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How many syllables in “draw”?

1

syllable in "draw"

draw
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Word details

Syllables

1

draw

Letters

4

d · r · a · w

Scrabble

8

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

d2
r1
a1
w4

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About the word “draw

The word draw contains 1 syllable, divided as draw. It has 4 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "draw" have?

"draw" has 1 syllable.

How do you divide "draw" into syllables?

"draw" is divided into syllables as: draw.

What is the Scrabble score for "draw"?

The Scrabble score for "draw" is 8 points.

Using “draw” in writing

As a single-syllable word, "draw" 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, draw is worth 8 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.

Anagrams of “draw

The letters in draw can be rearranged to spell one other word: ward.

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