How many syllables in “rake”?
1
syllable in "rake"
rake
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Word details
Syllables
1
rake
Letters
4
r · a · k · e
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
r1
a1
k5
e1
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About the word “rake”
The word “rake” contains 1 syllable, divided as rake. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rake" have?
"rake" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "rake" into syllables?
"rake" is divided into syllables as: rake.
What is the Scrabble score for "rake"?
The Scrabble score for "rake" is 8 points.
Using “rake” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "rake" 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, “rake” is worth 8 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.