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