How many syllables in “palm”?
syllable in "palm"
Word details
Syllables
1
palm
Letters
4
p · a · l · m
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “palm”
The word “palm” contains 1 syllable, divided as palm. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "palm" have?
"palm" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "palm" into syllables?
"palm" is divided into syllables as: palm.
What is the Scrabble score for "palm"?
The Scrabble score for "palm" is 8 points.
Using “palm” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "palm" 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, “palm” 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.
Anagrams of “palm”
The letters in “palm” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lamp.