How many syllables in “stump”?
syllable in "stump"
Word details
Syllables
1
stump
Letters
5
s · t · u · m · p
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “stump”
The word “stump” contains 1 syllable, divided as stump. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stump" have?
"stump" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "stump" into syllables?
"stump" is divided into syllables as: stump.
What is the Scrabble score for "stump"?
The Scrabble score for "stump" is 9 points.
Using “stump” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "stump" 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, “stump” is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “stump”
The letters in “stump” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tumps.