How many syllables in “kid”?
1
syllable in "kid"
kid
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Word details
Syllables
1
kid
Letters
3
k · i · d
Scrabble
8
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
k5
i1
d2
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About the word “kid”
The word “kid” contains 1 syllable, divided as kid. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kid" have?
"kid" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "kid" into syllables?
"kid" is divided into syllables as: kid.
What is the Scrabble score for "kid"?
The Scrabble score for "kid" is 8 points.
Using “kid” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "kid" 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, “kid” is worth 8 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.