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How many syllables in “clone”?

1

syllable in "clone"

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Word details

Syllables

1

clone

Letters

5

c · l · o · n · e

Scrabble

7

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

c3
l1
o1
n1
e1

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About the word “clone

The word clone contains 1 syllable, divided as clone. It has 5 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "clone" have?

"clone" has 1 syllable.

How do you divide "clone" into syllables?

"clone" is divided into syllables as: clone.

What is the Scrabble score for "clone"?

The Scrabble score for "clone" is 7 points.

Using “clone” in writing

As a single-syllable word, "clone" 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, clone is worth 7 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.

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