How many syllables in “pop”?
1
syllable in "pop"
pop
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Word details
Syllables
1
pop
Letters
3
p · o · p
Scrabble
7
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
p3
o1
p3
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About the word “pop”
The word “pop” contains 1 syllable, divided as pop. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pop" have?
"pop" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "pop" into syllables?
"pop" is divided into syllables as: pop.
What is the Scrabble score for "pop"?
The Scrabble score for "pop" is 7 points.
Using “pop” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "pop" 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, “pop” 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.