How many syllables in “stew”?
syllable in "stew"
Word details
Syllables
1
stew
Letters
4
s · t · e · w
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “stew”
The word “stew” contains 1 syllable, divided as stew. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stew" have?
"stew" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "stew" into syllables?
"stew" is divided into syllables as: stew.
What is the Scrabble score for "stew"?
The Scrabble score for "stew" is 7 points.
Using “stew” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "stew" 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, “stew” 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 “stew”
The letters in “stew” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: tews, west, wets.