How many syllables in “seared”?
syllable in "seared"
Word details
Syllables
1
seared
Letters
6
s · e · a · r · e · d
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “seared”
The word “seared” contains 1 syllable, divided as seared. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "seared" have?
"seared" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "seared" into syllables?
"seared" is divided into syllables as: seared.
What is the Scrabble score for "seared"?
The Scrabble score for "seared" is 7 points.
Using “seared” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "seared" 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, “seared” 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 “seared”
The letters in “seared” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: erased, reseda.