How many syllables in “blame”?
syllable in "blame"
Word details
Syllables
1
blame
Letters
5
b · l · a · m · e
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “blame”
The word “blame” contains 1 syllable, divided as blame. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blame" have?
"blame" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "blame" into syllables?
"blame" is divided into syllables as: blame.
What is the Scrabble score for "blame"?
The Scrabble score for "blame" is 9 points.
Using “blame” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "blame" 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, “blame” is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “blame”
The letters in “blame” can be rearranged to spell one other word: amble.