How many syllables in “yo”?
syllable in "yo"
Word details
Syllables
1
yo
Letters
2
y · o
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “yo”
The word “yo” contains 1 syllable, divided as yo. It has 2 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "yo" have?
"yo" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "yo" into syllables?
"yo" is divided into syllables as: yo.
What is the Scrabble score for "yo"?
The Scrabble score for "yo" is 5 points.
Using “yo” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "yo" 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, “yo” is worth 5 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 “yo”
The letters in “yo” can be rearranged to spell one other word: oy.