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