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