How many syllables in “glee”?
syllable in "glee"
Word details
Syllables
1
glee
Letters
4
g · l · e · e
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “glee”
The word “glee” contains 1 syllable, divided as glee. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "glee" have?
"glee" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "glee" into syllables?
"glee" is divided into syllables as: glee.
What is the Scrabble score for "glee"?
The Scrabble score for "glee" is 5 points.
Using “glee” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "glee" 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, “glee” is worth 5 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.