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