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