How many syllables in “sifts”?
syllable in "sifts"
Word details
Syllables
1
sifts
Letters
5
s · i · f · t · s
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “sifts”
The word “sifts” contains 1 syllable, divided as sifts. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sifts" have?
"sifts" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "sifts" into syllables?
"sifts" is divided into syllables as: sifts.
What is the Scrabble score for "sifts"?
The Scrabble score for "sifts" is 8 points.
Using “sifts” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "sifts" 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, “sifts” is worth 8 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “sifts”
The letters in “sifts” can be rearranged to spell one other word: fists.