How many syllables in “raft”?
syllable in "raft"
Word details
Syllables
1
raft
Letters
4
r · a · f · t
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “raft”
The word “raft” contains 1 syllable, divided as raft. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "raft" have?
"raft" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "raft" into syllables?
"raft" is divided into syllables as: raft.
What is the Scrabble score for "raft"?
The Scrabble score for "raft" is 7 points.
Using “raft” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "raft" 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, “raft” 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 “raft”
The letters in “raft” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: fart, frat.