How many syllables in “door”?
syllable in "door"
Word details
Syllables
1
door
Letters
4
d · o · o · r
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “door”
The word “door” contains 1 syllable, divided as door. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "door" have?
"door" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "door" into syllables?
"door" is divided into syllables as: door.
What is the Scrabble score for "door"?
The Scrabble score for "door" is 5 points.
Using “door” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "door" 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, “door” 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 “door”
The letters in “door” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: odor, ordo, rood.