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