How many syllables in “dare”?
syllable in "dare"
Word details
Syllables
1
dare
Letters
4
d · a · r · e
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “dare”
The word “dare” contains 1 syllable, divided as dare. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dare" have?
"dare" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "dare" into syllables?
"dare" is divided into syllables as: dare.
What is the Scrabble score for "dare"?
The Scrabble score for "dare" is 5 points.
Using “dare” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "dare" 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, “dare” 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 “dare”
The letters in “dare” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: dear, read.