How many syllables in “huh”?
1
syllable in "huh"
huh
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Word details
Syllables
1
huh
Letters
3
h · u · h
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
h4
u1
h4
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About the word “huh”
The word “huh” contains 1 syllable, divided as huh. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "huh" have?
"huh" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "huh" into syllables?
"huh" is divided into syllables as: huh.
What is the Scrabble score for "huh"?
The Scrabble score for "huh" is 9 points.
Using “huh” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "huh" 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, “huh” is worth 9 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.