How many syllables in “mom”?
1
syllable in "mom"
mom
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Word details
Syllables
1
mom
Letters
3
m · o · m
Scrabble
7
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
m3
o1
m3
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About the word “mom”
The word “mom” contains 1 syllable, divided as mom. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mom" have?
"mom" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "mom" into syllables?
"mom" is divided into syllables as: mom.
What is the Scrabble score for "mom"?
The Scrabble score for "mom" is 7 points.
Using “mom” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "mom" 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, “mom” is worth 7 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.