How many syllables in “bare”?
syllable in "bare"
Word details
Syllables
1
bare
Letters
4
b · a · r · e
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “bare”
The word “bare” contains 1 syllable, divided as bare. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bare" have?
"bare" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "bare" into syllables?
"bare" is divided into syllables as: bare.
What is the Scrabble score for "bare"?
The Scrabble score for "bare" is 6 points.
Using “bare” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "bare" 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, “bare” 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 “bare”
The letters in “bare” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: bear, brae.