How many syllables in “in”?
1
syllable in "in"
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Word details
Syllables
1
in
Letters
2
i · n
Scrabble
2
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
i1
n1
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About the word “in”
The word “in” contains 1 syllable, divided as in. It has 2 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "in" have?
"in" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "in" into syllables?
"in" is divided into syllables as: in.
What is the Scrabble score for "in"?
The Scrabble score for "in" is 2 points.
Using “in” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "in" 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, “in” is worth 2 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.