How many syllables in “to”?
1
syllable in "to"
to
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Word details
Syllables
1
to
Letters
2
t · o
Scrabble
2
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
t1
o1
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About the word “to”
The word “to” contains 1 syllable, divided as to. It has 2 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "to" have?
"to" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "to" into syllables?
"to" is divided into syllables as: to.
What is the Scrabble score for "to"?
The Scrabble score for "to" is 2 points.
Using “to” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "to" 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, “to” is worth 2 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.