How many syllables in “dire”?
syllable in "dire"
Word details
Syllables
1
dire
Letters
4
d · i · r · e
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “dire”
The word “dire” contains 1 syllable, divided as dire. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dire" have?
"dire" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "dire" into syllables?
"dire" is divided into syllables as: dire.
What is the Scrabble score for "dire"?
The Scrabble score for "dire" is 5 points.
Using “dire” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "dire" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “dire” is worth 5 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 “dire”
The letters in “dire” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: ired, ride.