How many syllables in “fur”?
1
syllable in "fur"
fur
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Word details
Syllables
1
fur
Letters
3
f · u · r
Scrabble
6
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
f4
u1
r1
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About the word “fur”
The word “fur” contains 1 syllable, divided as fur. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fur" have?
"fur" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "fur" into syllables?
"fur" is divided into syllables as: fur.
What is the Scrabble score for "fur"?
The Scrabble score for "fur" is 6 points.
Using “fur” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "fur" 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, “fur” is worth 6 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.