How many syllables in “single”?
syllables in "single"
Word details
Syllables
3
si · ng · le
Letters
6
s · i · n · g · l · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “single”
The word “single” contains 3 syllables, divided as si · ng · le. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "single" have?
"single" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "single" into syllables?
"single" is divided into syllables as: si · ng · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "single"?
The Scrabble score for "single" is 7 points.
Using “single” in writing
Three-syllable words like "single" (si · ng · le) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “single” 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 “single”
The letters in “single” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ingles.