How many syllables in “lice”?
syllable in "lice"
Word details
Syllables
1
lice
Letters
4
l · i · c · e
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “lice”
The word “lice” contains 1 syllable, divided as lice. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lice" have?
"lice" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "lice" into syllables?
"lice" is divided into syllables as: lice.
What is the Scrabble score for "lice"?
The Scrabble score for "lice" is 6 points.
Using “lice” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "lice" 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, “lice” 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 “lice”
The letters in “lice” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ceil.