How many syllables in “spur”?
syllable in "spur"
Word details
Syllables
1
spur
Letters
4
s · p · u · r
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “spur”
The word “spur” contains 1 syllable, divided as spur. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "spur" have?
"spur" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "spur" into syllables?
"spur" is divided into syllables as: spur.
What is the Scrabble score for "spur"?
The Scrabble score for "spur" is 6 points.
Using “spur” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "spur" 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, “spur” is worth 6 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 “spur”
The letters in “spur” can be rearranged to spell one other word: purs.