How many syllables in “gainst”?
syllable in "gainst"
Word details
Syllables
1
gainst
Letters
6
g · a · i · n · s · t
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “gainst”
The word “gainst” contains 1 syllable, divided as gainst. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gainst" have?
"gainst" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "gainst" into syllables?
"gainst" is divided into syllables as: gainst.
What is the Scrabble score for "gainst"?
The Scrabble score for "gainst" is 7 points.
Using “gainst” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "gainst" 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, “gainst” 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 “gainst”
The letters in “gainst” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: giants, sating.