How many syllables in “leered”?
syllable in "leered"
Word details
Syllables
1
leered
Letters
6
l · e · e · r · e · d
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “leered”
The word “leered” contains 1 syllable, divided as leered. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "leered" have?
"leered" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "leered" into syllables?
"leered" is divided into syllables as: leered.
What is the Scrabble score for "leered"?
The Scrabble score for "leered" is 7 points.
Using “leered” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "leered" 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, “leered” 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 “leered”
The letters in “leered” can be rearranged to spell one other word: reeled.