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