How many syllables in “gap”?
1
syllable in "gap"
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Word details
Syllables
1
gap
Letters
3
g · a · p
Scrabble
6
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
g2
a1
p3
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About the word “gap”
The word “gap” contains 1 syllable, divided as gap. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gap" have?
"gap" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "gap" into syllables?
"gap" is divided into syllables as: gap.
What is the Scrabble score for "gap"?
The Scrabble score for "gap" is 6 points.
Using “gap” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "gap" 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, “gap” 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.