How many syllables in “tear”?
syllable in "tear"
Word details
Syllables
1
tear
Letters
4
t · e · a · r
Scrabble
4
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “tear”
The word “tear” contains 1 syllable, divided as tear. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tear" have?
"tear" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "tear" into syllables?
"tear" is divided into syllables as: tear.
What is the Scrabble score for "tear"?
The Scrabble score for "tear" is 4 points.
Using “tear” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "tear" 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, “tear” 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 “tear”
The letters in “tear” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: rate, tare.