How many syllables in “spun”?
syllable in "spun"
Word details
Syllables
1
spun
Letters
4
s · p · u · n
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “spun”
The word “spun” contains 1 syllable, divided as spun. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "spun" have?
"spun" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "spun" into syllables?
"spun" is divided into syllables as: spun.
What is the Scrabble score for "spun"?
The Scrabble score for "spun" is 6 points.
Using “spun” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "spun" 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, “spun” is worth 6 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 “spun”
The letters in “spun” can be rearranged to spell one other word: puns.