How many syllables in “calibre”?
syllables in "calibre"
Word details
Syllables
2
cali · bre
Letters
7
c · a · l · i · b · r · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “calibre”
The word “calibre” contains 2 syllables, divided as cali · bre. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "calibre" have?
"calibre" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "calibre" into syllables?
"calibre" is divided into syllables as: cali · bre.
What is the Scrabble score for "calibre"?
The Scrabble score for "calibre" is 11 points.
Using “calibre” in writing
Two-syllable words like "calibre" (cali · bre) 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, “calibre” 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 “calibre”
The letters in “calibre” can be rearranged to spell one other word: caliber.