How many syllables in “gear”?
syllable in "gear"
Word details
Syllables
1
gear
Letters
4
g · e · a · r
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “gear”
The word “gear” contains 1 syllable, divided as gear. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gear" have?
"gear" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "gear" into syllables?
"gear" is divided into syllables as: gear.
What is the Scrabble score for "gear"?
The Scrabble score for "gear" is 5 points.
Using “gear” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "gear" 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, “gear” is worth 5 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 “gear”
The letters in “gear” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: ager, rage.