How many syllables in “coin”?
syllable in "coin"
Word details
Syllables
1
coin
Letters
4
c · o · i · n
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “coin”
The word “coin” contains 1 syllable, divided as coin. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "coin" have?
"coin" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "coin" into syllables?
"coin" is divided into syllables as: coin.
What is the Scrabble score for "coin"?
The Scrabble score for "coin" is 6 points.
Using “coin” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "coin" 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, “coin” 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 “coin”
The letters in “coin” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: cion, coni, icon.