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