How many syllables in “wear”?
syllable in "wear"
Word details
Syllables
1
wear
Letters
4
w · e · a · r
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “wear”
The word “wear” contains 1 syllable, divided as wear. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wear" have?
"wear" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "wear" into syllables?
"wear" is divided into syllables as: wear.
What is the Scrabble score for "wear"?
The Scrabble score for "wear" is 7 points.
Using “wear” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "wear" 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, “wear” 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 “wear”
The letters in “wear” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ware.