How many syllables in “gain”?
syllable in "gain"
Word details
Syllables
1
gain
Letters
4
g · a · i · n
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “gain”
The word “gain” contains 1 syllable, divided as gain. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gain" have?
"gain" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "gain" into syllables?
"gain" is divided into syllables as: gain.
What is the Scrabble score for "gain"?
The Scrabble score for "gain" is 5 points.
Using “gain” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "gain" 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, “gain” is worth 5 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 “gain”
The letters in “gain” can be rearranged to spell one other word: agin.