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