How many syllables in “stain”?
syllable in "stain"
Word details
Syllables
1
stain
Letters
5
s · t · a · i · n
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “stain”
The word “stain” contains 1 syllable, divided as stain. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stain" have?
"stain" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "stain" into syllables?
"stain" is divided into syllables as: stain.
What is the Scrabble score for "stain"?
The Scrabble score for "stain" is 5 points.
Using “stain” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "stain" 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, “stain” 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 “stain”
The letters in “stain” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: antis, saint, satin, tains.