How many syllables in “tough”?
syllable in "tough"
Word details
Syllables
1
tough
Letters
5
t · o · u · g · h
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “tough”
The word “tough” contains 1 syllable, divided as tough. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tough" have?
"tough" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "tough" into syllables?
"tough" is divided into syllables as: tough.
What is the Scrabble score for "tough"?
The Scrabble score for "tough" is 9 points.
Using “tough” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "tough" 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, “tough” is worth 9 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.
Anagrams of “tough”
The letters in “tough” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ought.