How many syllables in “fleas”?
syllable in "fleas"
Word details
Syllables
1
fleas
Letters
5
f · l · e · a · s
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “fleas”
The word “fleas” contains 1 syllable, divided as fleas. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fleas" have?
"fleas" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "fleas" into syllables?
"fleas" is divided into syllables as: fleas.
What is the Scrabble score for "fleas"?
The Scrabble score for "fleas" is 8 points.
Using “fleas” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "fleas" 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, “fleas” is worth 8 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.
Anagrams of “fleas”
The letters in “fleas” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: alefs, false, leafs.