How many syllables in “rap”?
syllable in "rap"
Word details
Syllables
1
rap
Letters
3
r · a · p
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “rap”
The word “rap” contains 1 syllable, divided as rap. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rap" have?
"rap" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "rap" into syllables?
"rap" is divided into syllables as: rap.
What is the Scrabble score for "rap"?
The Scrabble score for "rap" is 5 points.
Using “rap” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "rap" 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, “rap” is worth 5 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 “rap”
The letters in “rap” can be rearranged to spell one other word: par.