How many syllables in “raise”?
syllable in "raise"
Word details
Syllables
1
raise
Letters
5
r · a · i · s · e
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “raise”
The word “raise” contains 1 syllable, divided as raise. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "raise" have?
"raise" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "raise" into syllables?
"raise" is divided into syllables as: raise.
What is the Scrabble score for "raise"?
The Scrabble score for "raise" is 5 points.
Using “raise” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "raise" 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, “raise” 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 “raise”
The letters in “raise” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: arise, serai.