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