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