How many syllables in “oh”?
syllable in "oh"
Word details
Syllables
1
oh
Letters
2
o · h
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “oh”
The word “oh” contains 1 syllable, divided as oh. It has 2 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oh" have?
"oh" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "oh" into syllables?
"oh" is divided into syllables as: oh.
What is the Scrabble score for "oh"?
The Scrabble score for "oh" is 5 points.
Using “oh” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "oh" 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, “oh” 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.
Anagrams of “oh”
The letters in “oh” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ho.