How many syllables in “sub”?
syllable in "sub"
Word details
Syllables
1
sub
Letters
3
s · u · b
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “sub”
The word “sub” contains 1 syllable, divided as sub. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sub" have?
"sub" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "sub" into syllables?
"sub" is divided into syllables as: sub.
What is the Scrabble score for "sub"?
The Scrabble score for "sub" is 5 points.
Using “sub” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "sub" 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, “sub” is worth 5 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 “sub”
The letters in “sub” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bus.