How many syllables in “egg”?
1
syllable in "egg"
egg
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Word details
Syllables
1
egg
Letters
3
e · g · g
Scrabble
5
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
e1
g2
g2
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About the word “egg”
The word “egg” contains 1 syllable, divided as egg. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "egg" have?
"egg" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "egg" into syllables?
"egg" is divided into syllables as: egg.
What is the Scrabble score for "egg"?
The Scrabble score for "egg" is 5 points.
Using “egg” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "egg" 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, “egg” is worth 5 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.