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