How many syllables in “lude”?
syllable in "lude"
Word details
Syllables
1
lude
Letters
4
l · u · d · e
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “lude”
The word “lude” contains 1 syllable, divided as lude. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lude" have?
"lude" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "lude" into syllables?
"lude" is divided into syllables as: lude.
What is the Scrabble score for "lude"?
The Scrabble score for "lude" is 5 points.
Using “lude” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "lude" 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, “lude” is worth 5 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 “lude”
The letters in “lude” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: duel, leud.