How many syllables in “pea”?
syllable in "pea"
Word details
Syllables
1
pea
Letters
3
p · e · a
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “pea”
The word “pea” contains 1 syllable, divided as pea. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pea" have?
"pea" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "pea" into syllables?
"pea" is divided into syllables as: pea.
What is the Scrabble score for "pea"?
The Scrabble score for "pea" is 5 points.
Using “pea” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "pea" 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, “pea” 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 “pea”
The letters in “pea” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ape.