How many syllables in “ley”?
syllable in "ley"
Word details
Syllables
1
ley
Letters
3
l · e · y
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “ley”
The word “ley” contains 1 syllable, divided as ley. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ley" have?
"ley" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "ley" into syllables?
"ley" is divided into syllables as: ley.
What is the Scrabble score for "ley"?
The Scrabble score for "ley" is 6 points.
Using “ley” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "ley" 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, “ley” is worth 6 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 “ley”
The letters in “ley” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lye.