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