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