How many syllables in “wort”?
syllable in "wort"
Word details
Syllables
1
wort
Letters
4
w · o · r · t
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “wort”
The word “wort” contains 1 syllable, divided as wort. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wort" have?
"wort" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "wort" into syllables?
"wort" is divided into syllables as: wort.
What is the Scrabble score for "wort"?
The Scrabble score for "wort" is 7 points.
Using “wort” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "wort" 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, “wort” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “wort”
The letters in “wort” can be rearranged to spell one other word: trow.