How many syllables in “ken”?
1
syllable in "ken"
ken
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Word details
Syllables
1
ken
Letters
3
k · e · n
Scrabble
7
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
k5
e1
n1
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About the word “ken”
The word “ken” contains 1 syllable, divided as ken. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ken" have?
"ken" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "ken" into syllables?
"ken" is divided into syllables as: ken.
What is the Scrabble score for "ken"?
The Scrabble score for "ken" is 7 points.
Using “ken” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "ken" 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, “ken” 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.