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