How many syllables in “wind”?
1
syllable in "wind"
wind
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Word details
Syllables
1
wind
Letters
4
w · i · n · d
Scrabble
8
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
w4
i1
n1
d2
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About the word “wind”
The word “wind” contains 1 syllable, divided as wind. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wind" have?
"wind" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "wind" into syllables?
"wind" is divided into syllables as: wind.
What is the Scrabble score for "wind"?
The Scrabble score for "wind" is 8 points.
Using “wind” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "wind" 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, “wind” 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.