How many syllables in “lift”?
syllable in "lift"
Word details
Syllables
1
lift
Letters
4
l · i · f · t
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “lift”
The word “lift” contains 1 syllable, divided as lift. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lift" have?
"lift" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "lift" into syllables?
"lift" is divided into syllables as: lift.
What is the Scrabble score for "lift"?
The Scrabble score for "lift" is 7 points.
Using “lift” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "lift" 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, “lift” 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 “lift”
The letters in “lift” can be rearranged to spell one other word: flit.