How many syllables in “lac”?
1
syllable in "lac"
lac
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Word details
Syllables
1
lac
Letters
3
l · a · c
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
l1
a1
c3
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About the word “lac”
The word “lac” contains 1 syllable, divided as lac. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lac" have?
"lac" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "lac" into syllables?
"lac" is divided into syllables as: lac.
What is the Scrabble score for "lac"?
The Scrabble score for "lac" is 5 points.
Using “lac” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "lac" 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, “lac” 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.