How many syllables in “risk”?
syllable in "risk"
Word details
Syllables
1
risk
Letters
4
r · i · s · k
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “risk”
The word “risk” contains 1 syllable, divided as risk. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "risk" have?
"risk" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "risk" into syllables?
"risk" is divided into syllables as: risk.
What is the Scrabble score for "risk"?
The Scrabble score for "risk" is 8 points.
Using “risk” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "risk" 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, “risk” 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.
Anagrams of “risk”
The letters in “risk” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: irks, kirs, kris.