How many syllables in “score”?
syllable in "score"
Word details
Syllables
1
score
Letters
5
s · c · o · r · e
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “score”
The word “score” contains 1 syllable, divided as score. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "score" have?
"score" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "score" into syllables?
"score" is divided into syllables as: score.
What is the Scrabble score for "score"?
The Scrabble score for "score" is 7 points.
Using “score” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "score" 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, “score” 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 “score”
The letters in “score” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: ceros, cores, corse.