How many syllables in “bound”?
1
syllable in "bound"
bound
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Word details
Syllables
1
bound
Letters
5
b · o · u · n · d
Scrabble
8
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
b3
o1
u1
n1
d2
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About the word “bound”
The word “bound” contains 1 syllable, divided as bound. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bound" have?
"bound" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "bound" into syllables?
"bound" is divided into syllables as: bound.
What is the Scrabble score for "bound"?
The Scrabble score for "bound" is 8 points.
Using “bound” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "bound" 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, “bound” is worth 8 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.