How many syllables in “won”?
syllable in "won"
Word details
Syllables
1
won
Letters
3
w · o · n
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “won”
The word “won” contains 1 syllable, divided as won. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "won" have?
"won" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "won" into syllables?
"won" is divided into syllables as: won.
What is the Scrabble score for "won"?
The Scrabble score for "won" is 6 points.
Using “won” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "won" 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, “won” is worth 6 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 “won”
The letters in “won” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: now, own.