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How many syllables in “core”?

1

syllable in "core"

core
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Word details

Syllables

1

core

Letters

4

c · o · r · e

Scrabble

6

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

c3
o1
r1
e1

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About the word “core

The word core contains 1 syllable, divided as core. It has 4 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "core" have?

"core" has 1 syllable.

How do you divide "core" into syllables?

"core" is divided into syllables as: core.

What is the Scrabble score for "core"?

The Scrabble score for "core" is 6 points.

Using “core” in writing

As a single-syllable word, "core" 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, core 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 “core

The letters in core can be rearranged to spell one other word: cero.

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