How many syllables in “oinks”?
syllable in "oinks"
Word details
Syllables
1
oinks
Letters
5
o · i · n · k · s
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “oinks”
The word “oinks” contains 1 syllable, divided as oinks. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oinks" have?
"oinks" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "oinks" into syllables?
"oinks" is divided into syllables as: oinks.
What is the Scrabble score for "oinks"?
The Scrabble score for "oinks" is 9 points.
Using “oinks” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "oinks" 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, “oinks” 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 “oinks”
The letters in “oinks” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: ikons, kinos.