How many syllables in “cor”?
syllable in "cor"
Word details
Syllables
1
cor
Letters
3
c · o · r
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “cor”
The word “cor” contains 1 syllable, divided as cor. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cor" have?
"cor" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "cor" into syllables?
"cor" is divided into syllables as: cor.
What is the Scrabble score for "cor"?
The Scrabble score for "cor" is 5 points.
Using “cor” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "cor" 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, “cor” is worth 5 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 “cor”
The letters in “cor” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: orc, roc.