How many syllables in “constrain”?
syllables in "constrain"
Word details
Syllables
2
con · strain
Letters
9
c · o · n · s · t · r · a · i · n
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “constrain”
The word “constrain” contains 2 syllables, divided as con · strain. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "constrain" have?
"constrain" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "constrain" into syllables?
"constrain" is divided into syllables as: con · strain.
What is the Scrabble score for "constrain"?
The Scrabble score for "constrain" is 11 points.
Using “constrain” in writing
Two-syllable words like "constrain" (con · strain) 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, “constrain” is worth 11 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 “constrain”
The letters in “constrain” can be rearranged to spell one other word: transonic.