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