How many syllables in “hung”?
1
syllable in "hung"
hung
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Word details
Syllables
1
hung
Letters
4
h · u · n · g
Scrabble
8
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
h4
u1
n1
g2
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About the word “hung”
The word “hung” contains 1 syllable, divided as hung. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hung" have?
"hung" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "hung" into syllables?
"hung" is divided into syllables as: hung.
What is the Scrabble score for "hung"?
The Scrabble score for "hung" is 8 points.
Using “hung” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "hung" 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, “hung” 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.