How many syllables in “tooth”?
1
syllable in "tooth"
tooth
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Word details
Syllables
1
tooth
Letters
5
t · o · o · t · h
Scrabble
8
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
t1
o1
o1
t1
h4
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About the word “tooth”
The word “tooth” contains 1 syllable, divided as tooth. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tooth" have?
"tooth" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "tooth" into syllables?
"tooth" is divided into syllables as: tooth.
What is the Scrabble score for "tooth"?
The Scrabble score for "tooth" is 8 points.
Using “tooth” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "tooth" 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, “tooth” 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.