How many syllables in “shun”?
syllable in "shun"
Word details
Syllables
1
shun
Letters
4
s · h · u · n
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “shun”
The word “shun” contains 1 syllable, divided as shun. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shun" have?
"shun" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "shun" into syllables?
"shun" is divided into syllables as: shun.
What is the Scrabble score for "shun"?
The Scrabble score for "shun" is 7 points.
Using “shun” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "shun" 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, “shun” is worth 7 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 “shun”
The letters in “shun” can be rearranged to spell one other word: huns.