How many syllables in “sew”?
1
syllable in "sew"
sew
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Word details
Syllables
1
sew
Letters
3
s · e · w
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
s1
e1
w4
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About the word “sew”
The word “sew” contains 1 syllable, divided as sew. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sew" have?
"sew" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "sew" into syllables?
"sew" is divided into syllables as: sew.
What is the Scrabble score for "sew"?
The Scrabble score for "sew" is 6 points.
Using “sew” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "sew" 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, “sew” is worth 6 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.