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