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