How many syllables in “of”?
1
syllable in "of"
of
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Word details
Syllables
1
of
Letters
2
o · f
Scrabble
5
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
o1
f4
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About the word “of”
The word “of” contains 1 syllable, divided as of. It has 2 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "of" have?
"of" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "of" into syllables?
"of" is divided into syllables as: of.
What is the Scrabble score for "of"?
The Scrabble score for "of" is 5 points.
Using “of” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "of" 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, “of” is worth 5 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.