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How many syllables in “desire”?

2

syllables in "desire"

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Word details

Syllables

2

des · ire

Letters

6

d · e · s · i · r · e

Scrabble

7

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

d2
e1
s1
i1
r1
e1

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About the word “desire

The word desire contains 2 syllables, divided as des · ire. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "desire" have?

"desire" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "desire" into syllables?

"desire" is divided into syllables as: des · ire.

What is the Scrabble score for "desire"?

The Scrabble score for "desire" is 7 points.

Using “desire” in writing

Two-syllable words like "desire" (des · 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, desire 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 “desire

The letters in desire can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: eiders, reside.

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