How many syllables in “lob”?
1
syllable in "lob"
lob
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Word details
Syllables
1
lob
Letters
3
l · o · b
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
l1
o1
b3
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About the word “lob”
The word “lob” contains 1 syllable, divided as lob. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lob" have?
"lob" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "lob" into syllables?
"lob" is divided into syllables as: lob.
What is the Scrabble score for "lob"?
The Scrabble score for "lob" is 5 points.
Using “lob” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "lob" 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, “lob” 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.