How many syllables in “hand”?
1
syllable in "hand"
hand
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Word details
Syllables
1
hand
Letters
4
h · a · n · d
Scrabble
8
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
h4
a1
n1
d2
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About the word “hand”
The word “hand” contains 1 syllable, divided as hand. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hand" have?
"hand" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "hand" into syllables?
"hand" is divided into syllables as: hand.
What is the Scrabble score for "hand"?
The Scrabble score for "hand" is 8 points.
Using “hand” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "hand" 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, “hand” 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.