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