How many syllables in “attire”?
syllables in "attire"
Word details
Syllables
2
att · ire
Letters
6
a · t · t · i · r · e
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “attire”
The word “attire” contains 2 syllables, divided as att · ire. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "attire" have?
"attire" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "attire" into syllables?
"attire" is divided into syllables as: att · ire.
What is the Scrabble score for "attire"?
The Scrabble score for "attire" is 6 points.
Using “attire” in writing
Two-syllable words like "attire" (att · ire) 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, “attire” is worth 6 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 “attire”
The letters in “attire” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ratite.