How many syllables in “ingrain”?
syllables in "ingrain"
Word details
Syllables
2
in · grain
Letters
7
i · n · g · r · a · i · n
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “ingrain”
The word “ingrain” contains 2 syllables, divided as in · grain. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ingrain" have?
"ingrain" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ingrain" into syllables?
"ingrain" is divided into syllables as: in · grain.
What is the Scrabble score for "ingrain"?
The Scrabble score for "ingrain" is 8 points.
Using “ingrain” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ingrain" (in · grain) 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, “ingrain” is worth 8 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 “ingrain”
The letters in “ingrain” can be rearranged to spell one other word: raining.