How many syllables in “lab”?
syllable in "lab"
Word details
Syllables
1
lab
Letters
3
l · a · b
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “lab”
The word “lab” contains 1 syllable, divided as lab. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lab" have?
"lab" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "lab" into syllables?
"lab" is divided into syllables as: lab.
What is the Scrabble score for "lab"?
The Scrabble score for "lab" is 5 points.
Using “lab” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "lab" 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, “lab” is worth 5 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.
Anagrams of “lab”
The letters in “lab” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: alb, bal.