How many syllables in “gore”?
syllable in "gore"
Word details
Syllables
1
gore
Letters
4
g · o · r · e
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “gore”
The word “gore” contains 1 syllable, divided as gore. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gore" have?
"gore" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "gore" into syllables?
"gore" is divided into syllables as: gore.
What is the Scrabble score for "gore"?
The Scrabble score for "gore" is 5 points.
Using “gore” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "gore" 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, “gore” 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 “gore”
The letters in “gore” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: ergo, goer, ogre.