How many syllables in “hun”?
1
syllable in "hun"
hun
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Word details
Syllables
1
hun
Letters
3
h · u · n
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
h4
u1
n1
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About the word “hun”
The word “hun” contains 1 syllable, divided as hun. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hun" have?
"hun" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "hun" into syllables?
"hun" is divided into syllables as: hun.
What is the Scrabble score for "hun"?
The Scrabble score for "hun" is 6 points.
Using “hun” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "hun" 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, “hun” 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.