How many syllables in “ear”?
syllable in "ear"
Word details
Syllables
1
ear
Letters
3
e · a · r
Scrabble
3
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “ear”
The word “ear” contains 1 syllable, divided as ear. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ear" have?
"ear" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "ear" into syllables?
"ear" is divided into syllables as: ear.
What is the Scrabble score for "ear"?
The Scrabble score for "ear" is 3 points.
Using “ear” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "ear" 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, “ear” is worth 3 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 “ear”
The letters in “ear” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: are, era.