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