How many syllables in “flare”?
syllable in "flare"
Word details
Syllables
1
flare
Letters
5
f · l · a · r · e
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “flare”
The word “flare” contains 1 syllable, divided as flare. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flare" have?
"flare" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "flare" into syllables?
"flare" is divided into syllables as: flare.
What is the Scrabble score for "flare"?
The Scrabble score for "flare" is 8 points.
Using “flare” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "flare" 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, “flare” is worth 8 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “flare”
The letters in “flare” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: farle, feral.