How many syllables in “shoe”?
syllable in "shoe"
Word details
Syllables
1
shoe
Letters
4
s · h · o · e
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “shoe”
The word “shoe” contains 1 syllable, divided as shoe. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shoe" have?
"shoe" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "shoe" into syllables?
"shoe" is divided into syllables as: shoe.
What is the Scrabble score for "shoe"?
The Scrabble score for "shoe" is 7 points.
Using “shoe” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "shoe" 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, “shoe” 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 “shoe”
The letters in “shoe” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: hoes, hose.