How many syllables in “barn”?
syllable in "barn"
Word details
Syllables
1
barn
Letters
4
b · a · r · n
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “barn”
The word “barn” contains 1 syllable, divided as barn. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "barn" have?
"barn" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "barn" into syllables?
"barn" is divided into syllables as: barn.
What is the Scrabble score for "barn"?
The Scrabble score for "barn" is 6 points.
Using “barn” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "barn" 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, “barn” is worth 6 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 “barn”
The letters in “barn” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bran.