How many syllables in “rough”?
1
syllable in "rough"
rough
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Word details
Syllables
1
rough
Letters
5
r · o · u · g · h
Scrabble
9
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
r1
o1
u1
g2
h4
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About the word “rough”
The word “rough” contains 1 syllable, divided as rough. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rough" have?
"rough" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "rough" into syllables?
"rough" is divided into syllables as: rough.
What is the Scrabble score for "rough"?
The Scrabble score for "rough" is 9 points.
Using “rough” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "rough" 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, “rough” is worth 9 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.