How many syllables in “lek”?
syllable in "lek"
Word details
Syllables
1
lek
Letters
3
l · e · k
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “lek”
The word “lek” contains 1 syllable, divided as lek. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lek" have?
"lek" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "lek" into syllables?
"lek" is divided into syllables as: lek.
What is the Scrabble score for "lek"?
The Scrabble score for "lek" is 7 points.
Using “lek” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "lek" 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, “lek” 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 “lek”
The letters in “lek” can be rearranged to spell one other word: elk.