How many syllables in “warn”?
syllable in "warn"
Word details
Syllables
1
warn
Letters
4
w · a · r · n
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “warn”
The word “warn” contains 1 syllable, divided as warn. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "warn" have?
"warn" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "warn" into syllables?
"warn" is divided into syllables as: warn.
What is the Scrabble score for "warn"?
The Scrabble score for "warn" is 7 points.
Using “warn” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "warn" 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, “warn” is worth 7 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.