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