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