How many syllables in “cires”?
syllables in "cires"
Word details
Syllables
2
ci · res
Letters
5
c · i · r · e · s
Scrabble
7
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About the word “cires”
The word “cires” contains 2 syllables, divided as ci · res. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cires" have?
"cires" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cires" into syllables?
"cires" is divided into syllables as: ci · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "cires"?
The Scrabble score for "cires" is 7 points.
Using “cires” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cires" (ci · res) 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, “cires” 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 “cires”
The letters in “cires” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: cries, rices.