How many syllables in “not”?
syllable in "not"
Word details
Syllables
1
not
Letters
3
n · o · t
Scrabble
3
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “not”
The word “not” contains 1 syllable, divided as not. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "not" have?
"not" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "not" into syllables?
"not" is divided into syllables as: not.
What is the Scrabble score for "not"?
The Scrabble score for "not" is 3 points.
Using “not” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "not" 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, “not” is worth 3 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 “not”
The letters in “not” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ton.