How many syllables in “waw”?
1
syllable in "waw"
waw
database
Word details
Syllables
1
waw
Letters
3
w · a · w
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
w4
a1
w4
Count another word
About the word “waw”
The word “waw” contains 1 syllable, divided as waw. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "waw" have?
"waw" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "waw" into syllables?
"waw" is divided into syllables as: waw.
What is the Scrabble score for "waw"?
The Scrabble score for "waw" is 9 points.
Using “waw” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "waw" 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, “waw” 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.