How many syllables in “mon”?
syllable in "mon"
Word details
Syllables
1
mon
Letters
3
m · o · n
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “mon”
The word “mon” contains 1 syllable, divided as mon. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mon" have?
"mon" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "mon" into syllables?
"mon" is divided into syllables as: mon.
What is the Scrabble score for "mon"?
The Scrabble score for "mon" is 5 points.
Using “mon” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "mon" 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, “mon” is worth 5 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.
Anagrams of “mon”
The letters in “mon” can be rearranged to spell one other word: nom.