How many syllables in “fling”?
1
syllable in "fling"
fling
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Word details
Syllables
1
fling
Letters
5
f · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
f4
l1
i1
n1
g2
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About the word “fling”
The word “fling” contains 1 syllable, divided as fling. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fling" have?
"fling" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "fling" into syllables?
"fling" is divided into syllables as: fling.
What is the Scrabble score for "fling"?
The Scrabble score for "fling" is 9 points.
Using “fling” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "fling" 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, “fling” is worth 9 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.