How many syllables in “ban”?
syllable in "ban"
Word details
Syllables
1
ban
Letters
3
b · a · n
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “ban”
The word “ban” contains 1 syllable, divided as ban. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ban" have?
"ban" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "ban" into syllables?
"ban" is divided into syllables as: ban.
What is the Scrabble score for "ban"?
The Scrabble score for "ban" is 5 points.
Using “ban” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "ban" 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, “ban” is worth 5 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 “ban”
The letters in “ban” can be rearranged to spell one other word: nab.