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