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