How many syllables in “hug”?
syllable in "hug"
Word details
Syllables
1
hug
Letters
3
h · u · g
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “hug”
The word “hug” contains 1 syllable, divided as hug. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hug" have?
"hug" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "hug" into syllables?
"hug" is divided into syllables as: hug.
What is the Scrabble score for "hug"?
The Scrabble score for "hug" is 7 points.
Using “hug” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "hug" 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, “hug” is worth 7 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 “hug”
The letters in “hug” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ugh.