How many syllables in “sow”?
syllable in "sow"
Word details
Syllables
1
sow
Letters
3
s · o · w
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “sow”
The word “sow” contains 1 syllable, divided as sow. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sow" have?
"sow" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "sow" into syllables?
"sow" is divided into syllables as: sow.
What is the Scrabble score for "sow"?
The Scrabble score for "sow" is 6 points.
Using “sow” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "sow" 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, “sow” is worth 6 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 “sow”
The letters in “sow” can be rearranged to spell one other word: wos.