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