How many syllables in “hour”?
syllable in "hour"
Word details
Syllables
1
hour
Letters
4
h · o · u · r
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “hour”
The word “hour” contains 1 syllable, divided as hour. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hour" have?
"hour" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "hour" into syllables?
"hour" is divided into syllables as: hour.
What is the Scrabble score for "hour"?
The Scrabble score for "hour" is 7 points.
Using “hour” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "hour" 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, “hour” 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.