How many syllables in “tend”?
syllable in "tend"
Word details
Syllables
1
tend
Letters
4
t · e · n · d
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “tend”
The word “tend” contains 1 syllable, divided as tend. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tend" have?
"tend" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "tend" into syllables?
"tend" is divided into syllables as: tend.
What is the Scrabble score for "tend"?
The Scrabble score for "tend" is 5 points.
Using “tend” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "tend" 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, “tend” 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 “tend”
The letters in “tend” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dent.