How many syllables in “front”?
1
syllable in "front"
front
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Word details
Syllables
1
front
Letters
5
f · r · o · n · t
Scrabble
8
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
f4
r1
o1
n1
t1
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About the word “front”
The word “front” contains 1 syllable, divided as front. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "front" have?
"front" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "front" into syllables?
"front" is divided into syllables as: front.
What is the Scrabble score for "front"?
The Scrabble score for "front" is 8 points.
Using “front” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "front" 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, “front” 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.