How many syllables in “rat”?
syllable in "rat"
Word details
Syllables
1
rat
Letters
3
r · a · t
Scrabble
3
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “rat”
The word “rat” contains 1 syllable, divided as rat. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rat" have?
"rat" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "rat" into syllables?
"rat" is divided into syllables as: rat.
What is the Scrabble score for "rat"?
The Scrabble score for "rat" is 3 points.
Using “rat” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "rat" 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, “rat” is worth 3 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 “rat”
The letters in “rat” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: art, tar.