How many syllables in “tape”?
syllable in "tape"
Word details
Syllables
1
tape
Letters
4
t · a · p · e
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “tape”
The word “tape” contains 1 syllable, divided as tape. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tape" have?
"tape" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "tape" into syllables?
"tape" is divided into syllables as: tape.
What is the Scrabble score for "tape"?
The Scrabble score for "tape" is 6 points.
Using “tape” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "tape" 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, “tape” is worth 6 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 “tape”
The letters in “tape” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: pate, peat, tepa.