How many syllables in “drug”?
syllable in "drug"
Word details
Syllables
1
drug
Letters
4
d · r · u · g
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “drug”
The word “drug” contains 1 syllable, divided as drug. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "drug" have?
"drug" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "drug" into syllables?
"drug" is divided into syllables as: drug.
What is the Scrabble score for "drug"?
The Scrabble score for "drug" is 6 points.
Using “drug” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "drug" 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, “drug” is worth 6 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.