How many syllables in “cur”?
1
syllable in "cur"
cur
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Word details
Syllables
1
cur
Letters
3
c · u · r
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
c3
u1
r1
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About the word “cur”
The word “cur” contains 1 syllable, divided as cur. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cur" have?
"cur" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "cur" into syllables?
"cur" is divided into syllables as: cur.
What is the Scrabble score for "cur"?
The Scrabble score for "cur" is 5 points.
Using “cur” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "cur" 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, “cur” 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.