How many syllables in “loan”?
syllable in "loan"
Word details
Syllables
1
loan
Letters
4
l · o · a · n
Scrabble
4
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “loan”
The word “loan” contains 1 syllable, divided as loan. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "loan" have?
"loan" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "loan" into syllables?
"loan" is divided into syllables as: loan.
What is the Scrabble score for "loan"?
The Scrabble score for "loan" is 4 points.
Using “loan” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "loan" 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, “loan” is worth 4 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.