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