How many syllables in “singlet”?
syllables in "singlet"
Word details
Syllables
2
sin · glet
Letters
7
s · i · n · g · l · e · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “singlet”
The word “singlet” contains 2 syllables, divided as sin · glet. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "singlet" have?
"singlet" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "singlet" into syllables?
"singlet" is divided into syllables as: sin · glet.
What is the Scrabble score for "singlet"?
The Scrabble score for "singlet" is 8 points.
Using “singlet” in writing
Two-syllable words like "singlet" (sin · glet) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “singlet” 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 “singlet”
The letters in “singlet” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: glisten, tingles.