How many syllables in “old”?
syllable in "old"
Word details
Syllables
1
old
Letters
3
o · l · d
Scrabble
4
points
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About the word “old”
The word “old” contains 1 syllable, divided as old. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "old" have?
"old" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "old" into syllables?
"old" is divided into syllables as: old.
What is the Scrabble score for "old"?
The Scrabble score for "old" is 4 points.
Using “old” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "old" 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, “old” is worth 4 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 “old”
The letters in “old” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dol.