How many syllables in “sinks”?
syllable in "sinks"
Word details
Syllables
1
sinks
Letters
5
s · i · n · k · s
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “sinks”
The word “sinks” contains 1 syllable, divided as sinks. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sinks" have?
"sinks" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "sinks" into syllables?
"sinks" is divided into syllables as: sinks.
What is the Scrabble score for "sinks"?
The Scrabble score for "sinks" is 9 points.
Using “sinks” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "sinks" 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, “sinks” is worth 9 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 “sinks”
The letters in “sinks” can be rearranged to spell one other word: skins.