How many syllables in “conspire”?
syllables in "conspire"
Word details
Syllables
2
cons · pire
Letters
8
c · o · n · s · p · i · r · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “conspire”
The word “conspire” contains 2 syllables, divided as cons · pire. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "conspire" have?
"conspire" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "conspire" into syllables?
"conspire" is divided into syllables as: cons · pire.
What is the Scrabble score for "conspire"?
The Scrabble score for "conspire" is 12 points.
Using “conspire” in writing
Two-syllable words like "conspire" (cons · pire) 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, “conspire” is worth 12 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 “conspire”
The letters in “conspire” can be rearranged to spell one other word: incorpse.