How many syllables in “wisp”?
1
syllable in "wisp"
wisp
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Word details
Syllables
1
wisp
Letters
4
w · i · s · p
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
w4
i1
s1
p3
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About the word “wisp”
The word “wisp” contains 1 syllable, divided as wisp. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wisp" have?
"wisp" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "wisp" into syllables?
"wisp" is divided into syllables as: wisp.
What is the Scrabble score for "wisp"?
The Scrabble score for "wisp" is 9 points.
Using “wisp” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "wisp" 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, “wisp” 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.