How many syllables in “yearns”?
syllable in "yearns"
Word details
Syllables
1
yearns
Letters
6
y · e · a · r · n · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “yearns”
The word “yearns” contains 1 syllable, divided as yearns. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "yearns" have?
"yearns" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "yearns" into syllables?
"yearns" is divided into syllables as: yearns.
What is the Scrabble score for "yearns"?
The Scrabble score for "yearns" is 9 points.
Using “yearns” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "yearns" 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, “yearns” is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “yearns”
The letters in “yearns” can be rearranged to spell one other word: senary.