How many syllables in “world”?
1
syllable in "world"
world
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Word details
Syllables
1
world
Letters
5
w · o · r · l · d
Scrabble
9
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
w4
o1
r1
l1
d2
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About the word “world”
The word “world” contains 1 syllable, divided as world. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "world" have?
"world" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "world" into syllables?
"world" is divided into syllables as: world.
What is the Scrabble score for "world"?
The Scrabble score for "world" is 9 points.
Using “world” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "world" 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, “world” 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.