How many syllables in “no”?
syllable in "no"
Word details
Syllables
1
no
Letters
2
n · o
Scrabble
2
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “no”
The word “no” contains 1 syllable, divided as no. It has 2 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "no" have?
"no" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "no" into syllables?
"no" is divided into syllables as: no.
What is the Scrabble score for "no"?
The Scrabble score for "no" is 2 points.
Using “no” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "no" 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, “no” is worth 2 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 “no”
The letters in “no” can be rearranged to spell one other word: on.