How many syllables in “plea”?
syllable in "plea"
Word details
Syllables
1
plea
Letters
4
p · l · e · a
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “plea”
The word “plea” contains 1 syllable, divided as plea. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "plea" have?
"plea" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "plea" into syllables?
"plea" is divided into syllables as: plea.
What is the Scrabble score for "plea"?
The Scrabble score for "plea" is 6 points.
Using “plea” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "plea" 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, “plea” is worth 6 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 “plea”
The letters in “plea” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: leap, pale, peal.