How many syllables in “adore”?
syllables in "adore"
Word details
Syllables
2
ado · re
Letters
5
a · d · o · r · e
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “adore”
The word “adore” contains 2 syllables, divided as ado · re. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adore" have?
"adore" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "adore" into syllables?
"adore" is divided into syllables as: ado · re.
What is the Scrabble score for "adore"?
The Scrabble score for "adore" is 6 points.
Using “adore” in writing
Two-syllable words like "adore" (ado · re) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “adore” 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 “adore”
The letters in “adore” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: oared, oread.