How many syllables in “lours”?
syllable in "lours"
Word details
Syllables
1
lours
Letters
5
l · o · u · r · s
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “lours”
The word “lours” contains 1 syllable, divided as lours. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lours" have?
"lours" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "lours" into syllables?
"lours" is divided into syllables as: lours.
What is the Scrabble score for "lours"?
The Scrabble score for "lours" is 5 points.
Using “lours” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "lours" 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, “lours” is worth 5 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.