How many syllables in “plug”?
syllable in "plug"
Word details
Syllables
1
plug
Letters
4
p · l · u · g
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “plug”
The word “plug” contains 1 syllable, divided as plug. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "plug" have?
"plug" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "plug" into syllables?
"plug" is divided into syllables as: plug.
What is the Scrabble score for "plug"?
The Scrabble score for "plug" is 7 points.
Using “plug” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "plug" 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, “plug” 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.
Anagrams of “plug”
The letters in “plug” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gulp.