How many syllables in “pains”?
syllable in "pains"
Word details
Syllables
1
pains
Letters
5
p · a · i · n · s
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “pains”
The word “pains” contains 1 syllable, divided as pains. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pains" have?
"pains" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "pains" into syllables?
"pains" is divided into syllables as: pains.
What is the Scrabble score for "pains"?
The Scrabble score for "pains" is 7 points.
Using “pains” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "pains" 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, “pains” 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 “pains”
The letters in “pains” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: nipas, pians, pinas.