How many syllables in “mow”?
1
syllable in "mow"
mow
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Word details
Syllables
1
mow
Letters
3
m · o · w
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
m3
o1
w4
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About the word “mow”
The word “mow” contains 1 syllable, divided as mow. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mow" have?
"mow" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "mow" into syllables?
"mow" is divided into syllables as: mow.
What is the Scrabble score for "mow"?
The Scrabble score for "mow" is 8 points.
Using “mow” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "mow" 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, “mow” 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.