How many syllables in “gray”?
1
syllable in "gray"
gray
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Word details
Syllables
1
gray
Letters
4
g · r · a · y
Scrabble
8
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
g2
r1
a1
y4
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About the word “gray”
The word “gray” contains 1 syllable, divided as gray. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gray" have?
"gray" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "gray" into syllables?
"gray" is divided into syllables as: gray.
What is the Scrabble score for "gray"?
The Scrabble score for "gray" is 8 points.
Using “gray” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "gray" 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, “gray” 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.