How many syllables in “port”?
syllable in "port"
Word details
Syllables
1
port
Letters
4
p · o · r · t
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “port”
The word “port” contains 1 syllable, divided as port. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "port" have?
"port" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "port" into syllables?
"port" is divided into syllables as: port.
What is the Scrabble score for "port"?
The Scrabble score for "port" is 6 points.
Using “port” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "port" 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, “port” is worth 6 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 “port”
The letters in “port” can be rearranged to spell one other word: trop.