How many syllables in “den”?
syllable in "den"
Word details
Syllables
1
den
Letters
3
d · e · n
Scrabble
4
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “den”
The word “den” contains 1 syllable, divided as den. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "den" have?
"den" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "den" into syllables?
"den" is divided into syllables as: den.
What is the Scrabble score for "den"?
The Scrabble score for "den" is 4 points.
Using “den” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "den" 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, “den” is worth 4 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 “den”
The letters in “den” can be rearranged to spell one other word: end.