How many syllables in “lake”?
syllable in "lake"
Word details
Syllables
1
lake
Letters
4
l · a · k · e
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “lake”
The word “lake” contains 1 syllable, divided as lake. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lake" have?
"lake" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "lake" into syllables?
"lake" is divided into syllables as: lake.
What is the Scrabble score for "lake"?
The Scrabble score for "lake" is 8 points.
Using “lake” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "lake" 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, “lake” 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.
Anagrams of “lake”
The letters in “lake” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: kale, leak.