How many syllables in “snare”?
syllable in "snare"
Word details
Syllables
1
snare
Letters
5
s · n · a · r · e
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “snare”
The word “snare” contains 1 syllable, divided as snare. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "snare" have?
"snare" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "snare" into syllables?
"snare" is divided into syllables as: snare.
What is the Scrabble score for "snare"?
The Scrabble score for "snare" is 5 points.
Using “snare” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "snare" 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, “snare” is worth 5 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 “snare”
The letters in “snare” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: earns, nares, nears, saner.