How many syllables in “flu”?
1
syllable in "flu"
flu
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Word details
Syllables
1
flu
Letters
3
f · l · u
Scrabble
6
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
f4
l1
u1
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About the word “flu”
The word “flu” contains 1 syllable, divided as flu. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flu" have?
"flu" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "flu" into syllables?
"flu" is divided into syllables as: flu.
What is the Scrabble score for "flu"?
The Scrabble score for "flu" is 6 points.
Using “flu” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "flu" 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, “flu” is worth 6 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.