How many syllables in “mud”?
1
syllable in "mud"
mud
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Word details
Syllables
1
mud
Letters
3
m · u · d
Scrabble
6
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
m3
u1
d2
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About the word “mud”
The word “mud” contains 1 syllable, divided as mud. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mud" have?
"mud" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "mud" into syllables?
"mud" is divided into syllables as: mud.
What is the Scrabble score for "mud"?
The Scrabble score for "mud" is 6 points.
Using “mud” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "mud" 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, “mud” 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.