How many syllables in “path”?
syllable in "path"
Word details
Syllables
1
path
Letters
4
p · a · t · h
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “path”
The word “path” contains 1 syllable, divided as path. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "path" have?
"path" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "path" into syllables?
"path" is divided into syllables as: path.
What is the Scrabble score for "path"?
The Scrabble score for "path" is 9 points.
Using “path” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "path" 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, “path” is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “path”
The letters in “path” can be rearranged to spell one other word: phat.