How many syllables in “sin”?
syllable in "sin"
Word details
Syllables
1
sin
Letters
3
s · i · n
Scrabble
3
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “sin”
The word “sin” contains 1 syllable, divided as sin. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sin" have?
"sin" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "sin" into syllables?
"sin" is divided into syllables as: sin.
What is the Scrabble score for "sin"?
The Scrabble score for "sin" is 3 points.
Using “sin” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "sin" 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, “sin” is worth 3 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 “sin”
The letters in “sin” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ins.