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