How many syllables in “lead”?
syllable in "lead"
Word details
Syllables
1
lead
Letters
4
l · e · a · d
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “lead”
The word “lead” contains 1 syllable, divided as lead. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lead" have?
"lead" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "lead" into syllables?
"lead" is divided into syllables as: lead.
What is the Scrabble score for "lead"?
The Scrabble score for "lead" is 5 points.
Using “lead” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "lead" 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, “lead” is worth 5 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 “lead”
The letters in “lead” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: dale, deal, lade.