How many syllables in “stood”?
syllable in "stood"
Word details
Syllables
1
stood
Letters
5
s · t · o · o · d
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “stood”
The word “stood” contains 1 syllable, divided as stood. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stood" have?
"stood" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "stood" into syllables?
"stood" is divided into syllables as: stood.
What is the Scrabble score for "stood"?
The Scrabble score for "stood" is 6 points.
Using “stood” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "stood" 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, “stood” 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.