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