How many syllables in “pore”?
syllable in "pore"
Word details
Syllables
1
pore
Letters
4
p · o · r · e
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “pore”
The word “pore” contains 1 syllable, divided as pore. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pore" have?
"pore" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "pore" into syllables?
"pore" is divided into syllables as: pore.
What is the Scrabble score for "pore"?
The Scrabble score for "pore" is 6 points.
Using “pore” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "pore" 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, “pore” 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 “pore”
The letters in “pore” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: repo, rope.