How many syllables in “glare”?
syllable in "glare"
Word details
Syllables
1
glare
Letters
5
g · l · a · r · e
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “glare”
The word “glare” contains 1 syllable, divided as glare. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "glare" have?
"glare" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "glare" into syllables?
"glare" is divided into syllables as: glare.
What is the Scrabble score for "glare"?
The Scrabble score for "glare" is 6 points.
Using “glare” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "glare" 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, “glare” 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 “glare”
The letters in “glare” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: argle, lager, large, regal.