How many syllables in “lace”?
syllable in "lace"
Word details
Syllables
1
lace
Letters
4
l · a · c · e
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “lace”
The word “lace” contains 1 syllable, divided as lace. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lace" have?
"lace" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "lace" into syllables?
"lace" is divided into syllables as: lace.
What is the Scrabble score for "lace"?
The Scrabble score for "lace" is 6 points.
Using “lace” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "lace" 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, “lace” is worth 6 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 “lace”
The letters in “lace” can be rearranged to spell one other word: alec.