How many syllables in “fare”?
syllable in "fare"
Word details
Syllables
1
fare
Letters
4
f · a · r · e
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “fare”
The word “fare” contains 1 syllable, divided as fare. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fare" have?
"fare" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "fare" into syllables?
"fare" is divided into syllables as: fare.
What is the Scrabble score for "fare"?
The Scrabble score for "fare" is 7 points.
Using “fare” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "fare" 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, “fare” 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 “fare”
The letters in “fare” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: fear, frae.