How many syllables in “pie”?
1
syllable in "pie"
pie
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Word details
Syllables
1
pie
Letters
3
p · i · e
Scrabble
5
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
p3
i1
e1
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About the word “pie”
The word “pie” contains 1 syllable, divided as pie. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pie" have?
"pie" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "pie" into syllables?
"pie" is divided into syllables as: pie.
What is the Scrabble score for "pie"?
The Scrabble score for "pie" is 5 points.
Using “pie” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "pie" 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, “pie” 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.