How many syllables in “sob”?
syllable in "sob"
Word details
Syllables
1
sob
Letters
3
s · o · b
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “sob”
The word “sob” contains 1 syllable, divided as sob. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sob" have?
"sob" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "sob" into syllables?
"sob" is divided into syllables as: sob.
What is the Scrabble score for "sob"?
The Scrabble score for "sob" is 5 points.
Using “sob” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "sob" 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, “sob” 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 “sob”
The letters in “sob” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bos.