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