How many syllables in “race”?
syllable in "race"
Word details
Syllables
1
race
Letters
4
r · a · c · e
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “race”
The word “race” contains 1 syllable, divided as race. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "race" have?
"race" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "race" into syllables?
"race" is divided into syllables as: race.
What is the Scrabble score for "race"?
The Scrabble score for "race" is 6 points.
Using “race” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "race" 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, “race” 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 “race”
The letters in “race” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: acre, care.