How many syllables in “prof”?
1
syllable in "prof"
prof
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Word details
Syllables
1
prof
Letters
4
p · r · o · f
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
p3
r1
o1
f4
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About the word “prof”
The word “prof” contains 1 syllable, divided as prof. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "prof" have?
"prof" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "prof" into syllables?
"prof" is divided into syllables as: prof.
What is the Scrabble score for "prof"?
The Scrabble score for "prof" is 9 points.
Using “prof” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "prof" 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, “prof” is worth 9 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.