How many syllables in “pet”?
1
syllable in "pet"
pet
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Word details
Syllables
1
pet
Letters
3
p · e · t
Scrabble
5
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
p3
e1
t1
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About the word “pet”
The word “pet” contains 1 syllable, divided as pet. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pet" have?
"pet" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "pet" into syllables?
"pet" is divided into syllables as: pet.
What is the Scrabble score for "pet"?
The Scrabble score for "pet" is 5 points.
Using “pet” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "pet" 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, “pet” 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.