How many syllables in “labor”?
syllables in "labor"
Word details
Syllables
2
la · bor
Letters
5
l · a · b · o · r
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “labor”
The word “labor” contains 2 syllables, divided as la · bor. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "labor" have?
"labor" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "labor" into syllables?
"labor" is divided into syllables as: la · bor.
What is the Scrabble score for "labor"?
The Scrabble score for "labor" is 7 points.
Using “labor” in writing
Two-syllable words like "labor" (la · bor) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “labor” 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 “labor”
The letters in “labor” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: bolar, boral, lobar.