How many syllables in “claim”?
syllable in "claim"
Word details
Syllables
1
claim
Letters
5
c · l · a · i · m
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “claim”
The word “claim” contains 1 syllable, divided as claim. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "claim" have?
"claim" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "claim" into syllables?
"claim" is divided into syllables as: claim.
What is the Scrabble score for "claim"?
The Scrabble score for "claim" is 9 points.
Using “claim” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "claim" 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, “claim” 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 “claim”
The letters in “claim” can be rearranged to spell one other word: malic.