How many syllables in “dared”?
syllable in "dared"
Word details
Syllables
1
dared
Letters
5
d · a · r · e · d
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “dared”
The word “dared” contains 1 syllable, divided as dared. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dared" have?
"dared" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "dared" into syllables?
"dared" is divided into syllables as: dared.
What is the Scrabble score for "dared"?
The Scrabble score for "dared" is 7 points.
Using “dared” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "dared" 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, “dared” is worth 7 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 “dared”
The letters in “dared” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: adder, dread, readd.