How many syllables in “complaint”?
syllables in "complaint"
Word details
Syllables
2
com · plaint
Letters
9
c · o · m · p · l · a · i · n · t
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “complaint”
The word “complaint” contains 2 syllables, divided as com · plaint. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "complaint" have?
"complaint" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "complaint" into syllables?
"complaint" is divided into syllables as: com · plaint.
What is the Scrabble score for "complaint"?
The Scrabble score for "complaint" is 15 points.
Using “complaint” in writing
Two-syllable words like "complaint" (com · plaint) 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, “complaint” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “complaint”
The letters in “complaint” can be rearranged to spell one other word: compliant.