How many syllables in “steek”?
syllable in "steek"
Word details
Syllables
1
steek
Letters
5
s · t · e · e · k
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “steek”
The word “steek” contains 1 syllable, divided as steek. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "steek" have?
"steek" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "steek" into syllables?
"steek" is divided into syllables as: steek.
What is the Scrabble score for "steek"?
The Scrabble score for "steek" is 9 points.
Using “steek” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "steek" 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, “steek” is worth 9 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.
Anagrams of “steek”
The letters in “steek” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: keets, skeet.