How many syllables in “sprung”?
1
syllable in "sprung"
sprung
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Word details
Syllables
1
sprung
Letters
6
s · p · r · u · n · g
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
s1
p3
r1
u1
n1
g2
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About the word “sprung”
The word “sprung” contains 1 syllable, divided as sprung. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sprung" have?
"sprung" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "sprung" into syllables?
"sprung" is divided into syllables as: sprung.
What is the Scrabble score for "sprung"?
The Scrabble score for "sprung" is 9 points.
Using “sprung” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "sprung" 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, “sprung” is worth 9 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.