How many syllables in “since”?
syllable in "since"
Word details
Syllables
1
since
Letters
5
s · i · n · c · e
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “since”
The word “since” contains 1 syllable, divided as since. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "since" have?
"since" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "since" into syllables?
"since" is divided into syllables as: since.
What is the Scrabble score for "since"?
The Scrabble score for "since" is 7 points.
Using “since” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "since" 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, “since” 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 “since”
The letters in “since” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cines.