How many syllables in “fun”?
1
syllable in "fun"
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Word details
Syllables
1
fun
Letters
3
f · u · n
Scrabble
6
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
f4
u1
n1
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About the word “fun”
The word “fun” contains 1 syllable, divided as fun. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fun" have?
"fun" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "fun" into syllables?
"fun" is divided into syllables as: fun.
What is the Scrabble score for "fun"?
The Scrabble score for "fun" is 6 points.
Using “fun” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "fun" 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, “fun” 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.