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