How many syllables in “jo”?
1
syllable in "jo"
jo
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Word details
Syllables
1
jo
Letters
2
j · o
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
j8
o1
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About the word “jo”
The word “jo” contains 1 syllable, divided as jo. It has 2 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "jo" have?
"jo" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "jo" into syllables?
"jo" is divided into syllables as: jo.
What is the Scrabble score for "jo"?
The Scrabble score for "jo" is 9 points.
Using “jo” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "jo" 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, “jo” 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.