How many syllables in “ledge”?
syllable in "ledge"
Word details
Syllables
1
ledge
Letters
5
l · e · d · g · e
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “ledge”
The word “ledge” contains 1 syllable, divided as ledge. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ledge" have?
"ledge" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "ledge" into syllables?
"ledge" is divided into syllables as: ledge.
What is the Scrabble score for "ledge"?
The Scrabble score for "ledge" is 7 points.
Using “ledge” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "ledge" 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, “ledge” 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 “ledge”
The letters in “ledge” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: glede, gleed.