How many syllables in “endear”?
syllables in "endear"
Word details
Syllables
2
en · dear
Letters
6
e · n · d · e · a · r
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “endear”
The word “endear” contains 2 syllables, divided as en · dear. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "endear" have?
"endear" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "endear" into syllables?
"endear" is divided into syllables as: en · dear.
What is the Scrabble score for "endear"?
The Scrabble score for "endear" is 7 points.
Using “endear” in writing
Two-syllable words like "endear" (en · dear) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “endear” 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 “endear”
The letters in “endear” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: earned, neared.