How many syllables in “mare”?
syllable in "mare"
Word details
Syllables
1
mare
Letters
4
m · a · r · e
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “mare”
The word “mare” contains 1 syllable, divided as mare. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mare" have?
"mare" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "mare" into syllables?
"mare" is divided into syllables as: mare.
What is the Scrabble score for "mare"?
The Scrabble score for "mare" is 6 points.
Using “mare” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "mare" 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, “mare” is worth 6 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 “mare”
The letters in “mare” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ream.