How many syllables in “first”?
syllable in "first"
Word details
Syllables
1
first
Letters
5
f · i · r · s · t
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “first”
The word “first” contains 1 syllable, divided as first. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "first" have?
"first" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "first" into syllables?
"first" is divided into syllables as: first.
What is the Scrabble score for "first"?
The Scrabble score for "first" is 8 points.
Using “first” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "first" 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, “first” is worth 8 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 “first”
The letters in “first” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: frits, rifts.