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