How many syllables in “an”?
syllable in "an"
Word details
Syllables
1
an
Letters
2
a · n
Scrabble
2
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “an”
The word “an” contains 1 syllable, divided as an. It has 2 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "an" have?
"an" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "an" into syllables?
"an" is divided into syllables as: an.
What is the Scrabble score for "an"?
The Scrabble score for "an" is 2 points.
Using “an” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "an" 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, “an” is worth 2 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 “an”
The letters in “an” can be rearranged to spell one other word: na.