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