How many syllables in “grade”?
syllable in "grade"
Word details
Syllables
1
grade
Letters
5
g · r · a · d · e
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “grade”
The word “grade” contains 1 syllable, divided as grade. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "grade" have?
"grade" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "grade" into syllables?
"grade" is divided into syllables as: grade.
What is the Scrabble score for "grade"?
The Scrabble score for "grade" is 7 points.
Using “grade” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "grade" 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, “grade” 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 “grade”
The letters in “grade” can be rearranged to spell one other word: raged.