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