How many syllables in “sup”?
syllable in "sup"
Word details
Syllables
1
sup
Letters
3
s · u · p
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “sup”
The word “sup” contains 1 syllable, divided as sup. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sup" have?
"sup" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "sup" into syllables?
"sup" is divided into syllables as: sup.
What is the Scrabble score for "sup"?
The Scrabble score for "sup" is 5 points.
Using “sup” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "sup" 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, “sup” 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 “sup”
The letters in “sup” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: pus, ups.