How many syllables in “mop”?
syllable in "mop"
Word details
Syllables
1
mop
Letters
3
m · o · p
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “mop”
The word “mop” contains 1 syllable, divided as mop. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mop" have?
"mop" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "mop" into syllables?
"mop" is divided into syllables as: mop.
What is the Scrabble score for "mop"?
The Scrabble score for "mop" is 7 points.
Using “mop” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "mop" 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, “mop” 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.
Anagrams of “mop”
The letters in “mop” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pom.