How many syllables in “lame”?
syllable in "lame"
Word details
Syllables
1
lame
Letters
4
l · a · m · e
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “lame”
The word “lame” contains 1 syllable, divided as lame. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lame" have?
"lame" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "lame" into syllables?
"lame" is divided into syllables as: lame.
What is the Scrabble score for "lame"?
The Scrabble score for "lame" is 6 points.
Using “lame” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "lame" 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, “lame” 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 “lame”
The letters in “lame” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: alme, male, meal.