How many syllables in “jerk”?
1
syllable in "jerk"
jerk
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Word details
Syllables
1
jerk
Letters
4
j · e · r · k
Scrabble
15
points
Scrabble letter values
j8
e1
r1
k5
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About the word “jerk”
The word “jerk” contains 1 syllable, divided as jerk. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "jerk" have?
"jerk" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "jerk" into syllables?
"jerk" is divided into syllables as: jerk.
What is the Scrabble score for "jerk"?
The Scrabble score for "jerk" is 15 points.
Using “jerk” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "jerk" 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, “jerk” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.