How many syllables in “step”?
syllable in "step"
Word details
Syllables
1
step
Letters
4
s · t · e · p
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “step”
The word “step” contains 1 syllable, divided as step. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "step" have?
"step" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "step" into syllables?
"step" is divided into syllables as: step.
What is the Scrabble score for "step"?
The Scrabble score for "step" is 6 points.
Using “step” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "step" 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, “step” 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 “step”
The letters in “step” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: pest, pets, sept.