How many syllables in “reared”?
syllable in "reared"
Word details
Syllables
1
reared
Letters
6
r · e · a · r · e · d
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “reared”
The word “reared” contains 1 syllable, divided as reared. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reared" have?
"reared" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "reared" into syllables?
"reared" is divided into syllables as: reared.
What is the Scrabble score for "reared"?
The Scrabble score for "reared" is 7 points.
Using “reared” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "reared" 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, “reared” is worth 7 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 “reared”
The letters in “reared” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: dearer, reader, redear, reread.