How many syllables in “mar”?
syllable in "mar"
Word details
Syllables
1
mar
Letters
3
m · a · r
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “mar”
The word “mar” contains 1 syllable, divided as mar. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mar" have?
"mar" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "mar" into syllables?
"mar" is divided into syllables as: mar.
What is the Scrabble score for "mar"?
The Scrabble score for "mar" is 5 points.
Using “mar” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "mar" 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, “mar” 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.
Anagrams of “mar”
The letters in “mar” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: arm, ram.