How many syllables in “hum”?
1
syllable in "hum"
hum
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Word details
Syllables
1
hum
Letters
3
h · u · m
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
h4
u1
m3
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About the word “hum”
The word “hum” contains 1 syllable, divided as hum. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hum" have?
"hum" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "hum" into syllables?
"hum" is divided into syllables as: hum.
What is the Scrabble score for "hum"?
The Scrabble score for "hum" is 8 points.
Using “hum” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "hum" 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, “hum” 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.