How many syllables in “spite”?
syllable in "spite"
Word details
Syllables
1
spite
Letters
5
s · p · i · t · e
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “spite”
The word “spite” contains 1 syllable, divided as spite. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "spite" have?
"spite" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "spite" into syllables?
"spite" is divided into syllables as: spite.
What is the Scrabble score for "spite"?
The Scrabble score for "spite" is 7 points.
Using “spite” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "spite" 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, “spite” 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.
Anagrams of “spite”
The letters in “spite” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: piste, stipe.