How many syllables in “rift”?
syllable in "rift"
Word details
Syllables
1
rift
Letters
4
r · i · f · t
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “rift”
The word “rift” contains 1 syllable, divided as rift. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rift" have?
"rift" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "rift" into syllables?
"rift" is divided into syllables as: rift.
What is the Scrabble score for "rift"?
The Scrabble score for "rift" is 7 points.
Using “rift” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "rift" 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, “rift” 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 “rift”
The letters in “rift” can be rearranged to spell one other word: frit.