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