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