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