How many syllables in “lithe”?
1
syllable in "lithe"
lithe
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Word details
Syllables
1
lithe
Letters
5
l · i · t · h · e
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
l1
i1
t1
h4
e1
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About the word “lithe”
The word “lithe” contains 1 syllable, divided as lithe. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lithe" have?
"lithe" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "lithe" into syllables?
"lithe" is divided into syllables as: lithe.
What is the Scrabble score for "lithe"?
The Scrabble score for "lithe" is 8 points.
Using “lithe” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "lithe" 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, “lithe” is worth 8 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.