How many syllables in “lay”?
1
syllable in "lay"
lay
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Word details
Syllables
1
lay
Letters
3
l · a · y
Scrabble
6
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
l1
a1
y4
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About the word “lay”
The word “lay” contains 1 syllable, divided as lay. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lay" have?
"lay" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "lay" into syllables?
"lay" is divided into syllables as: lay.
What is the Scrabble score for "lay"?
The Scrabble score for "lay" is 6 points.
Using “lay” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "lay" 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, “lay” 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.