How many syllables in “lure”?
syllable in "lure"
Word details
Syllables
1
lure
Letters
4
l · u · r · e
Scrabble
4
points
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About the word “lure”
The word “lure” contains 1 syllable, divided as lure. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lure" have?
"lure" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "lure" into syllables?
"lure" is divided into syllables as: lure.
What is the Scrabble score for "lure"?
The Scrabble score for "lure" is 4 points.
Using “lure” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "lure" 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, “lure” is worth 4 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 “lure”
The letters in “lure” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rule.