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