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