How many syllables in “pound”?
1
syllable in "pound"
pound
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Word details
Syllables
1
pound
Letters
5
p · o · u · n · d
Scrabble
8
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
p3
o1
u1
n1
d2
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About the word “pound”
The word “pound” contains 1 syllable, divided as pound. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pound" have?
"pound" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "pound" into syllables?
"pound" is divided into syllables as: pound.
What is the Scrabble score for "pound"?
The Scrabble score for "pound" is 8 points.
Using “pound” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "pound" 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, “pound” is worth 8 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.