How many syllables in “genre”?
syllable in "genre"
Word details
Syllables
1
genre
Letters
5
g · e · n · r · e
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “genre”
The word “genre” contains 1 syllable, divided as genre. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "genre" have?
"genre" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "genre" into syllables?
"genre" is divided into syllables as: genre.
What is the Scrabble score for "genre"?
The Scrabble score for "genre" is 6 points.
Using “genre” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "genre" 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, “genre” 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.
Anagrams of “genre”
The letters in “genre” can be rearranged to spell one other word: green.