How many syllables in “shorn”?
syllable in "shorn"
Word details
Syllables
1
shorn
Letters
5
s · h · o · r · n
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “shorn”
The word “shorn” contains 1 syllable, divided as shorn. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shorn" have?
"shorn" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "shorn" into syllables?
"shorn" is divided into syllables as: shorn.
What is the Scrabble score for "shorn"?
The Scrabble score for "shorn" is 8 points.
Using “shorn” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "shorn" 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, “shorn” is worth 8 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “shorn”
The letters in “shorn” can be rearranged to spell one other word: horns.