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