How many syllables in “stink”?
syllable in "stink"
Word details
Syllables
1
stink
Letters
5
s · t · i · n · k
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “stink”
The word “stink” contains 1 syllable, divided as stink. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stink" have?
"stink" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "stink" into syllables?
"stink" is divided into syllables as: stink.
What is the Scrabble score for "stink"?
The Scrabble score for "stink" is 9 points.
Using “stink” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "stink" 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, “stink” is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “stink”
The letters in “stink” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: knits, skint.