How many syllables in “mad”?
syllable in "mad"
Word details
Syllables
1
mad
Letters
3
m · a · d
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “mad”
The word “mad” contains 1 syllable, divided as mad. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mad" have?
"mad" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "mad" into syllables?
"mad" is divided into syllables as: mad.
What is the Scrabble score for "mad"?
The Scrabble score for "mad" is 6 points.
Using “mad” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "mad" 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, “mad” is worth 6 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 “mad”
The letters in “mad” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dam.