How many syllables in “finger”?
syllables in "finger"
Word details
Syllables
2
fin · ger
Letters
6
f · i · n · g · e · r
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “finger”
The word “finger” contains 2 syllables, divided as fin · ger. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "finger" have?
"finger" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "finger" into syllables?
"finger" is divided into syllables as: fin · ger.
What is the Scrabble score for "finger"?
The Scrabble score for "finger" is 10 points.
Using “finger” in writing
Two-syllable words like "finger" (fin · ger) 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, “finger” 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 “finger”
The letters in “finger” can be rearranged to spell one other word: fringe.