How many syllables in “pun”?
1
syllable in "pun"
pun
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Word details
Syllables
1
pun
Letters
3
p · u · n
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
p3
u1
n1
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About the word “pun”
The word “pun” contains 1 syllable, divided as pun. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pun" have?
"pun" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "pun" into syllables?
"pun" is divided into syllables as: pun.
What is the Scrabble score for "pun"?
The Scrabble score for "pun" is 5 points.
Using “pun” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "pun" 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, “pun” 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.