How many syllables in “aim”?
syllable in "aim"
Word details
Syllables
1
aim
Letters
3
a · i · m
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “aim”
The word “aim” contains 1 syllable, divided as aim. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "aim" have?
"aim" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "aim" into syllables?
"aim" is divided into syllables as: aim.
What is the Scrabble score for "aim"?
The Scrabble score for "aim" is 5 points.
Using “aim” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "aim" 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, “aim” is worth 5 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 “aim”
The letters in “aim” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ami.