Writers have long exploited the power of the monosyllable to distill complex emotions and attitudes into a single, terse sound. For example, Poe uses a "distressing monosyllable" to evoke a sudden surge of terror or despair [1, 2], while Joyce explores its understated yet profound significance both as a marker of intellectual detachment and moral intent [3, 4]. Authors such as Dickens and Scadding similarly turn to the monosyllable as a tool for characterization and dramatic emphasis—whether to punctuate a moment of defiance [5, 6] or to highlight a character’s peculiar mode of speech [7]—and even historical figures like Napoleon find themselves depicted in defiant monosyllabic outbursts [8]. This diverse usage, ranging from sentimental charm as noted by Alcott [9] to biting commentary on linguistic style seen in Fielding [10] and others, demonstrates how a single syllable can carry layers of meaning that resonate throughout literature.