How many syllables in “take”?
syllable in "take"
Word details
Syllables
1
take
Letters
4
t · a · k · e
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “take”
The word “take” contains 1 syllable, divided as take. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "take" have?
"take" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "take" into syllables?
"take" is divided into syllables as: take.
What is the Scrabble score for "take"?
The Scrabble score for "take" is 8 points.
Using “take” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "take" 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, “take” 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 “take”
The letters in “take” can be rearranged to spell one other word: teak.