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