How many syllables in “scone”?
syllable in "scone"
Word details
Syllables
1
scone
Letters
5
s · c · o · n · e
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “scone”
The word “scone” contains 1 syllable, divided as scone. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "scone" have?
"scone" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "scone" into syllables?
"scone" is divided into syllables as: scone.
What is the Scrabble score for "scone"?
The Scrabble score for "scone" is 7 points.
Using “scone” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "scone" 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, “scone” is worth 7 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 “scone”
The letters in “scone” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cones.