How many syllables in “brunt”?
syllable in "brunt"
Word details
Syllables
1
brunt
Letters
5
b · r · u · n · t
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “brunt”
The word “brunt” contains 1 syllable, divided as brunt. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "brunt" have?
"brunt" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "brunt" into syllables?
"brunt" is divided into syllables as: brunt.
What is the Scrabble score for "brunt"?
The Scrabble score for "brunt" is 7 points.
Using “brunt” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "brunt" 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, “brunt” is worth 7 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 “brunt”
The letters in “brunt” can be rearranged to spell one other word: burnt.