How many syllables in “grained”?
syllable in "grained"
Word details
Syllables
1
grained
Letters
7
g · r · a · i · n · e · d
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “grained”
The word “grained” contains 1 syllable, divided as grained. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "grained" have?
"grained" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "grained" into syllables?
"grained" is divided into syllables as: grained.
What is the Scrabble score for "grained"?
The Scrabble score for "grained" is 9 points.
Using “grained” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "grained" 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, “grained” 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 “grained”
The letters in “grained” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: deraign, gradine, reading.