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