How many syllables in “stern”?
syllable in "stern"
Word details
Syllables
1
stern
Letters
5
s · t · e · r · n
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “stern”
The word “stern” contains 1 syllable, divided as stern. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stern" have?
"stern" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "stern" into syllables?
"stern" is divided into syllables as: stern.
What is the Scrabble score for "stern"?
The Scrabble score for "stern" is 5 points.
Using “stern” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "stern" 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, “stern” 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.
Anagrams of “stern”
The letters in “stern” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: nerts, rents, terns.