How many syllables in “safe”?
syllable in "safe"
Word details
Syllables
1
safe
Letters
4
s · a · f · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “safe”
The word “safe” contains 1 syllable, divided as safe. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "safe" have?
"safe" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "safe" into syllables?
"safe" is divided into syllables as: safe.
What is the Scrabble score for "safe"?
The Scrabble score for "safe" is 7 points.
Using “safe” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "safe" 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, “safe” is worth 7 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.