How many syllables in “gainless”?
syllables in "gainless"
Word details
Syllables
2
gain · less
Letters
8
g · a · i · n · l · e · s · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “gainless”
The word “gainless” contains 2 syllables, divided as gain · less. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gainless" have?
"gainless" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gainless" into syllables?
"gainless" is divided into syllables as: gain · less.
What is the Scrabble score for "gainless"?
The Scrabble score for "gainless" is 9 points.
Using “gainless” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gainless" (gain · less) 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, “gainless” 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.
Anagrams of “gainless”
The letters in “gainless” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: glassine, leasings.