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