How many syllables in “flea”?
syllable in "flea"
Word details
Syllables
1
flea
Letters
4
f · l · e · a
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “flea”
The word “flea” contains 1 syllable, divided as flea. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flea" have?
"flea" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "flea" into syllables?
"flea" is divided into syllables as: flea.
What is the Scrabble score for "flea"?
The Scrabble score for "flea" is 7 points.
Using “flea” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "flea" 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, “flea” 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 “flea”
The letters in “flea” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: alef, feal, leaf.