How many syllables in “contains”?
syllables in "contains"
Word details
Syllables
2
con · tains
Letters
8
c · o · n · t · a · i · n · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “contains”
The word “contains” contains 2 syllables, divided as con · tains. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "contains" have?
"contains" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "contains" into syllables?
"contains" is divided into syllables as: con · tains.
What is the Scrabble score for "contains"?
The Scrabble score for "contains" is 10 points.
Using “contains” in writing
Two-syllable words like "contains" (con · tains) 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, “contains” is worth 10 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 “contains”
The letters in “contains” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: actinons, canonist, sanction, sonantic.