How many syllables in “bean”?
syllable in "bean"
Word details
Syllables
1
bean
Letters
4
b · e · a · n
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “bean”
The word “bean” contains 1 syllable, divided as bean. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bean" have?
"bean" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "bean" into syllables?
"bean" is divided into syllables as: bean.
What is the Scrabble score for "bean"?
The Scrabble score for "bean" is 6 points.
Using “bean” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "bean" 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, “bean” 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 “bean”
The letters in “bean” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: bane, nabe.