How many syllables in “afire”?
syllables in "afire"
Word details
Syllables
2
afi · re
Letters
5
a · f · i · r · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “afire”
The word “afire” contains 2 syllables, divided as afi · re. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "afire" have?
"afire" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "afire" into syllables?
"afire" is divided into syllables as: afi · re.
What is the Scrabble score for "afire"?
The Scrabble score for "afire" is 8 points.
Using “afire” in writing
Two-syllable words like "afire" (afi · re) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “afire” is worth 8 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “afire”
The letters in “afire” can be rearranged to spell one other word: feria.