How many syllables in “vain”?
syllable in "vain"
Word details
Syllables
1
vain
Letters
4
v · a · i · n
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “vain”
The word “vain” contains 1 syllable, divided as vain. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vain" have?
"vain" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "vain" into syllables?
"vain" is divided into syllables as: vain.
What is the Scrabble score for "vain"?
The Scrabble score for "vain" is 7 points.
Using “vain” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "vain" 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, “vain” is worth 7 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 “vain”
The letters in “vain” can be rearranged to spell one other word: vina.