How many syllables in “ski”?
1
syllable in "ski"
ski
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Word details
Syllables
1
ski
Letters
3
s · k · i
Scrabble
7
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
s1
k5
i1
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About the word “ski”
The word “ski” contains 1 syllable, divided as ski. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ski" have?
"ski" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "ski" into syllables?
"ski" is divided into syllables as: ski.
What is the Scrabble score for "ski"?
The Scrabble score for "ski" is 7 points.
Using “ski” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "ski" 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, “ski” 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.