How many syllables in “mae”?
1
syllable in "mae"
mae
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Word details
Syllables
1
mae
Letters
3
m · a · e
Scrabble
5
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
m3
a1
e1
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About the word “mae”
The word “mae” contains 1 syllable, divided as mae. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mae" have?
"mae" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "mae" into syllables?
"mae" is divided into syllables as: mae.
What is the Scrabble score for "mae"?
The Scrabble score for "mae" is 5 points.
Using “mae” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "mae" 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, “mae” 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.