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