How many syllables in “fine”?
syllable in "fine"
Word details
Syllables
1
fine
Letters
4
f · i · n · e
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “fine”
The word “fine” contains 1 syllable, divided as fine. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fine" have?
"fine" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "fine" into syllables?
"fine" is divided into syllables as: fine.
What is the Scrabble score for "fine"?
The Scrabble score for "fine" is 7 points.
Using “fine” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "fine" 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, “fine” is worth 7 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 “fine”
The letters in “fine” can be rearranged to spell one other word: neif.