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