How many syllables in “stared”?
syllable in "stared"
Word details
Syllables
1
stared
Letters
6
s · t · a · r · e · d
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “stared”
The word “stared” contains 1 syllable, divided as stared. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stared" have?
"stared" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "stared" into syllables?
"stared" is divided into syllables as: stared.
What is the Scrabble score for "stared"?
The Scrabble score for "stared" is 7 points.
Using “stared” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "stared" 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, “stared” 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 “stared”
The letters in “stared” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: daters, derats, trades, treads.