How many syllables in “sinner”?
syllables in "sinner"
Word details
Syllables
2
sin · ner
Letters
6
s · i · n · n · e · r
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “sinner”
The word “sinner” contains 2 syllables, divided as sin · ner. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sinner" have?
"sinner" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sinner" into syllables?
"sinner" is divided into syllables as: sin · ner.
What is the Scrabble score for "sinner"?
The Scrabble score for "sinner" is 6 points.
Using “sinner” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sinner" (sin · ner) 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, “sinner” is worth 6 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 “sinner”
The letters in “sinner” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: inners, renins.