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