How many syllables in “plant”?
syllable in "plant"
Word details
Syllables
1
plant
Letters
5
p · l · a · n · t
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “plant”
The word “plant” contains 1 syllable, divided as plant. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "plant" have?
"plant" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "plant" into syllables?
"plant" is divided into syllables as: plant.
What is the Scrabble score for "plant"?
The Scrabble score for "plant" is 7 points.
Using “plant” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "plant" 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, “plant” is worth 7 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.