How many syllables in “look”?
syllable in "look"
Word details
Syllables
1
look
Letters
4
l · o · o · k
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “look”
The word “look” contains 1 syllable, divided as look. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "look" have?
"look" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "look" into syllables?
"look" is divided into syllables as: look.
What is the Scrabble score for "look"?
The Scrabble score for "look" is 8 points.
Using “look” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "look" 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, “look” 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.
Anagrams of “look”
The letters in “look” can be rearranged to spell one other word: kolo.