How many syllables in “dun”?
1
syllable in "dun"
dun
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Word details
Syllables
1
dun
Letters
3
d · u · n
Scrabble
4
points
Scrabble letter values
d2
u1
n1
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About the word “dun”
The word “dun” contains 1 syllable, divided as dun. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dun" have?
"dun" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "dun" into syllables?
"dun" is divided into syllables as: dun.
What is the Scrabble score for "dun"?
The Scrabble score for "dun" is 4 points.
Using “dun” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "dun" 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, “dun” 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.