How many syllables in “sip”?
syllable in "sip"
Word details
Syllables
1
sip
Letters
3
s · i · p
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “sip”
The word “sip” contains 1 syllable, divided as sip. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sip" have?
"sip" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "sip" into syllables?
"sip" is divided into syllables as: sip.
What is the Scrabble score for "sip"?
The Scrabble score for "sip" is 5 points.
Using “sip” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "sip" 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, “sip” is worth 5 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 “sip”
The letters in “sip” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: pis, psi.