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