How many syllables in “lion”?
syllable in "lion"
Word details
Syllables
1
lion
Letters
4
l · i · o · n
Scrabble
4
points
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About the word “lion”
The word “lion” contains 1 syllable, divided as lion. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lion" have?
"lion" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "lion" into syllables?
"lion" is divided into syllables as: lion.
What is the Scrabble score for "lion"?
The Scrabble score for "lion" is 4 points.
Using “lion” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "lion" 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, “lion” 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 “lion”
The letters in “lion” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: lino, loin, noil.