How many syllables in “brassiere”?
syllables in "brassiere"
Word details
Syllables
2
brass · iere
Letters
9
b · r · a · s · s · i · e · r · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “brassiere”
The word “brassiere” contains 2 syllables, divided as brass · iere. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "brassiere" have?
"brassiere" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "brassiere" into syllables?
"brassiere" is divided into syllables as: brass · iere.
What is the Scrabble score for "brassiere"?
The Scrabble score for "brassiere" is 11 points.
Using “brassiere” in writing
Two-syllable words like "brassiere" (brass · iere) 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, “brassiere” is worth 11 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 “brassiere”
The letters in “brassiere” can be rearranged to spell one other word: brasserie.