How many syllables in “slim”?
syllable in "slim"
Word details
Syllables
1
slim
Letters
4
s · l · i · m
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “slim”
The word “slim” contains 1 syllable, divided as slim. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "slim" have?
"slim" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "slim" into syllables?
"slim" is divided into syllables as: slim.
What is the Scrabble score for "slim"?
The Scrabble score for "slim" is 6 points.
Using “slim” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "slim" 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, “slim” 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 “slim”
The letters in “slim” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mils.