How many syllables in “flour”?
syllable in "flour"
Word details
Syllables
1
flour
Letters
5
f · l · o · u · r
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “flour”
The word “flour” contains 1 syllable, divided as flour. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flour" have?
"flour" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "flour" into syllables?
"flour" is divided into syllables as: flour.
What is the Scrabble score for "flour"?
The Scrabble score for "flour" is 8 points.
Using “flour” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "flour" 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, “flour” 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 “flour”
The letters in “flour” can be rearranged to spell one other word: fluor.