How many syllables in “stair”?
syllable in "stair"
Word details
Syllables
1
stair
Letters
5
s · t · a · i · r
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “stair”
The word “stair” contains 1 syllable, divided as stair. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stair" have?
"stair" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "stair" into syllables?
"stair" is divided into syllables as: stair.
What is the Scrabble score for "stair"?
The Scrabble score for "stair" is 5 points.
Using “stair” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "stair" 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, “stair” 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 “stair”
The letters in “stair” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: airts, astir, sitar, stria, tarsi.