How many syllables in “forb”?
1
syllable in "forb"
forb
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Word details
Syllables
1
forb
Letters
4
f · o · r · b
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
f4
o1
r1
b3
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About the word “forb”
The word “forb” contains 1 syllable, divided as forb. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "forb" have?
"forb" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "forb" into syllables?
"forb" is divided into syllables as: forb.
What is the Scrabble score for "forb"?
The Scrabble score for "forb" is 9 points.
Using “forb” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "forb" 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, “forb” is worth 9 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.