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How many syllables in “sink”?

1

syllable in "sink"

sink
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Word details

Syllables

1

sink

Letters

4

s · i · n · k

Scrabble

8

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

s1
i1
n1
k5

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About the word “sink

The word sink contains 1 syllable, divided as sink. It has 4 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "sink" have?

"sink" has 1 syllable.

How do you divide "sink" into syllables?

"sink" is divided into syllables as: sink.

What is the Scrabble score for "sink"?

The Scrabble score for "sink" is 8 points.

Using “sink” in writing

As a single-syllable word, "sink" 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, sink 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 “sink

The letters in sink can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: inks, kins, skin.

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