How many syllables in “code”?
syllable in "code"
Word details
Syllables
1
code
Letters
4
c · o · d · e
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “code”
The word “code” contains 1 syllable, divided as code. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "code" have?
"code" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "code" into syllables?
"code" is divided into syllables as: code.
What is the Scrabble score for "code"?
The Scrabble score for "code" is 7 points.
Using “code” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "code" 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, “code” 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.
Anagrams of “code”
The letters in “code” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: coed, deco.