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