How many syllables in “saint”?
syllable in "saint"
Word details
Syllables
1
saint
Letters
5
s · a · i · n · t
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “saint”
The word “saint” contains 1 syllable, divided as saint. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "saint" have?
"saint" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "saint" into syllables?
"saint" is divided into syllables as: saint.
What is the Scrabble score for "saint"?
The Scrabble score for "saint" is 5 points.
Using “saint” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "saint" 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, “saint” is worth 5 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 “saint”
The letters in “saint” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: antis, satin, stain, tains.