How many syllables in “hon”?
syllable in "hon"
Word details
Syllables
1
hon
Letters
3
h · o · n
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “hon”
The word “hon” contains 1 syllable, divided as hon. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hon" have?
"hon" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "hon" into syllables?
"hon" is divided into syllables as: hon.
What is the Scrabble score for "hon"?
The Scrabble score for "hon" is 6 points.
Using “hon” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "hon" 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, “hon” 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.
Anagrams of “hon”
The letters in “hon” can be rearranged to spell one other word: noh.