How many syllables in “slope”?
syllable in "slope"
Word details
Syllables
1
slope
Letters
5
s · l · o · p · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “slope”
The word “slope” contains 1 syllable, divided as slope. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "slope" have?
"slope" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "slope" into syllables?
"slope" is divided into syllables as: slope.
What is the Scrabble score for "slope"?
The Scrabble score for "slope" is 7 points.
Using “slope” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "slope" 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, “slope” 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 “slope”
The letters in “slope” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: lopes, poles.