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