How many syllables in “hare”?
syllable in "hare"
Word details
Syllables
1
hare
Letters
4
h · a · r · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “hare”
The word “hare” contains 1 syllable, divided as hare. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hare" have?
"hare" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "hare" into syllables?
"hare" is divided into syllables as: hare.
What is the Scrabble score for "hare"?
The Scrabble score for "hare" is 7 points.
Using “hare” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "hare" 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, “hare” is worth 7 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 “hare”
The letters in “hare” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: hear, rhea.