How many syllables in “pine”?
syllable in "pine"
Word details
Syllables
1
pine
Letters
4
p · i · n · e
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “pine”
The word “pine” contains 1 syllable, divided as pine. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pine" have?
"pine" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "pine" into syllables?
"pine" is divided into syllables as: pine.
What is the Scrabble score for "pine"?
The Scrabble score for "pine" is 6 points.
Using “pine” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "pine" 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, “pine” is worth 6 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 “pine”
The letters in “pine” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pein.