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