How many syllables in “swim”?
1
syllable in "swim"
swim
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Word details
Syllables
1
swim
Letters
4
s · w · i · m
Scrabble
9
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
s1
w4
i1
m3
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About the word “swim”
The word “swim” contains 1 syllable, divided as swim. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "swim" have?
"swim" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "swim" into syllables?
"swim" is divided into syllables as: swim.
What is the Scrabble score for "swim"?
The Scrabble score for "swim" is 9 points.
Using “swim” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "swim" 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, “swim” 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.