How many syllables in “stripe”?
syllable in "stripe"
Word details
Syllables
1
stripe
Letters
6
s · t · r · i · p · e
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “stripe”
The word “stripe” contains 1 syllable, divided as stripe. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stripe" have?
"stripe" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "stripe" into syllables?
"stripe" is divided into syllables as: stripe.
What is the Scrabble score for "stripe"?
The Scrabble score for "stripe" is 8 points.
Using “stripe” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "stripe" 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, “stripe” is worth 8 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 “stripe”
The letters in “stripe” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: esprit, priest, ripest, sprite, tripes.