How many syllables in “fame”?
1
syllable in "fame"
fame
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Word details
Syllables
1
fame
Letters
4
f · a · m · e
Scrabble
9
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
f4
a1
m3
e1
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About the word “fame”
The word “fame” contains 1 syllable, divided as fame. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fame" have?
"fame" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "fame" into syllables?
"fame" is divided into syllables as: fame.
What is the Scrabble score for "fame"?
The Scrabble score for "fame" is 9 points.
Using “fame” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "fame" 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, “fame” 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.