How many syllables in “sun”?
syllable in "sun"
Word details
Syllables
1
sun
Letters
3
s · u · n
Scrabble
3
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “sun”
The word “sun” contains 1 syllable, divided as sun. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sun" have?
"sun" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "sun" into syllables?
"sun" is divided into syllables as: sun.
What is the Scrabble score for "sun"?
The Scrabble score for "sun" is 3 points.
Using “sun” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "sun" 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, “sun” is worth 3 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 “sun”
The letters in “sun” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: nus, uns.