How many syllables in “strain”?
syllable in "strain"
Word details
Syllables
1
strain
Letters
6
s · t · r · a · i · n
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “strain”
The word “strain” contains 1 syllable, divided as strain. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "strain" have?
"strain" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "strain" into syllables?
"strain" is divided into syllables as: strain.
What is the Scrabble score for "strain"?
The Scrabble score for "strain" is 6 points.
Using “strain” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "strain" 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, “strain” is worth 6 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 “strain”
The letters in “strain” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: instar, santir, trains.