How many syllables in “stinted”?
syllables in "stinted"
Word details
Syllables
2
stin · ted
Letters
7
s · t · i · n · t · e · d
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “stinted”
The word “stinted” contains 2 syllables, divided as stin · ted. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stinted" have?
"stinted" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "stinted" into syllables?
"stinted" is divided into syllables as: stin · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "stinted"?
The Scrabble score for "stinted" is 8 points.
Using “stinted” in writing
Two-syllable words like "stinted" (stin · ted) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “stinted” is worth 8 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 “stinted”
The letters in “stinted” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: dentist, distent.