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