How many syllables in “slain”?
syllable in "slain"
Word details
Syllables
1
slain
Letters
5
s · l · a · i · n
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “slain”
The word “slain” contains 1 syllable, divided as slain. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "slain" have?
"slain" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "slain" into syllables?
"slain" is divided into syllables as: slain.
What is the Scrabble score for "slain"?
The Scrabble score for "slain" is 5 points.
Using “slain” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "slain" 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, “slain” is worth 5 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 “slain”
The letters in “slain” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: anils, nails, snail.