How many syllables in “certain”?
syllables in "certain"
Word details
Syllables
2
cer · tain
Letters
7
c · e · r · t · a · i · n
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “certain”
The word “certain” contains 2 syllables, divided as cer · tain. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "certain" have?
"certain" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "certain" into syllables?
"certain" is divided into syllables as: cer · tain.
What is the Scrabble score for "certain"?
The Scrabble score for "certain" is 9 points.
Using “certain” in writing
Two-syllable words like "certain" (cer · tain) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “certain” 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 “certain”
The letters in “certain” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: ceratin, creatin.