How many syllables in “sign”?
syllable in "sign"
Word details
Syllables
1
sign
Letters
4
s · i · g · n
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “sign”
The word “sign” contains 1 syllable, divided as sign. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sign" have?
"sign" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "sign" into syllables?
"sign" is divided into syllables as: sign.
What is the Scrabble score for "sign"?
The Scrabble score for "sign" is 5 points.
Using “sign” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "sign" 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, “sign” 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 “sign”
The letters in “sign” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: gins, sing.