How many syllables in “lucre”?
syllable in "lucre"
Word details
Syllables
1
lucre
Letters
5
l · u · c · r · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “lucre”
The word “lucre” contains 1 syllable, divided as lucre. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lucre" have?
"lucre" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "lucre" into syllables?
"lucre" is divided into syllables as: lucre.
What is the Scrabble score for "lucre"?
The Scrabble score for "lucre" is 7 points.
Using “lucre” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "lucre" 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, “lucre” 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 “lucre”
The letters in “lucre” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: cruel, ulcer.