How many syllables in “bee”?
1
syllable in "bee"
bee
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Word details
Syllables
1
bee
Letters
3
b · e · e
Scrabble
5
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
b3
e1
e1
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About the word “bee”
The word “bee” contains 1 syllable, divided as bee. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bee" have?
"bee" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "bee" into syllables?
"bee" is divided into syllables as: bee.
What is the Scrabble score for "bee"?
The Scrabble score for "bee" is 5 points.
Using “bee” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "bee" 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, “bee” 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.