How many syllables in “bane”?
syllable in "bane"
Word details
Syllables
1
bane
Letters
4
b · a · n · e
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “bane”
The word “bane” contains 1 syllable, divided as bane. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bane" have?
"bane" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "bane" into syllables?
"bane" is divided into syllables as: bane.
What is the Scrabble score for "bane"?
The Scrabble score for "bane" is 6 points.
Using “bane” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "bane" 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, “bane” is worth 6 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 “bane”
The letters in “bane” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: bean, nabe.