How many syllables in “lest”?
syllable in "lest"
Word details
Syllables
1
lest
Letters
4
l · e · s · t
Scrabble
4
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “lest”
The word “lest” contains 1 syllable, divided as lest. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lest" have?
"lest" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "lest" into syllables?
"lest" is divided into syllables as: lest.
What is the Scrabble score for "lest"?
The Scrabble score for "lest" is 4 points.
Using “lest” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "lest" 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, “lest” is worth 4 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 “lest”
The letters in “lest” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: lets, tels.