How many syllables in “yarn”?
syllable in "yarn"
Word details
Syllables
1
yarn
Letters
4
y · a · r · n
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “yarn”
The word “yarn” contains 1 syllable, divided as yarn. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "yarn" have?
"yarn" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "yarn" into syllables?
"yarn" is divided into syllables as: yarn.
What is the Scrabble score for "yarn"?
The Scrabble score for "yarn" is 7 points.
Using “yarn” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "yarn" 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, “yarn” 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.
Anagrams of “yarn”
The letters in “yarn” can be rearranged to spell one other word: nary.