How many syllables in “lapse”?
syllable in "lapse"
Word details
Syllables
1
lapse
Letters
5
l · a · p · s · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “lapse”
The word “lapse” contains 1 syllable, divided as lapse. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lapse" have?
"lapse" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "lapse" into syllables?
"lapse" is divided into syllables as: lapse.
What is the Scrabble score for "lapse"?
The Scrabble score for "lapse" is 7 points.
Using “lapse” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "lapse" 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, “lapse” is worth 7 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 “lapse”
The letters in “lapse” can be rearranged to spell 7 other words: leaps, pales, peals, pleas, salep, sepal, and 1 more.