How many syllables in “rook”?
1
syllable in "rook"
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Word details
Syllables
1
rook
Letters
4
r · o · o · k
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
r1
o1
o1
k5
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About the word “rook”
The word “rook” contains 1 syllable, divided as rook. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rook" have?
"rook" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "rook" into syllables?
"rook" is divided into syllables as: rook.
What is the Scrabble score for "rook"?
The Scrabble score for "rook" is 8 points.
Using “rook” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "rook" 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, “rook” 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.