How many syllables in “tomb”?
1
syllable in "tomb"
tomb
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Word details
Syllables
1
tomb
Letters
4
t · o · m · b
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
t1
o1
m3
b3
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About the word “tomb”
The word “tomb” contains 1 syllable, divided as tomb. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tomb" have?
"tomb" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "tomb" into syllables?
"tomb" is divided into syllables as: tomb.
What is the Scrabble score for "tomb"?
The Scrabble score for "tomb" is 8 points.
Using “tomb” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "tomb" 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, “tomb” is worth 8 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.