How many syllables in “empire”?
syllables in "empire"
Word details
Syllables
2
emp · ire
Letters
6
e · m · p · i · r · e
Scrabble
10
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About the word “empire”
The word “empire” contains 2 syllables, divided as emp · ire. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "empire" have?
"empire" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "empire" into syllables?
"empire" is divided into syllables as: emp · ire.
What is the Scrabble score for "empire"?
The Scrabble score for "empire" is 10 points.
Using “empire” in writing
Two-syllable words like "empire" (emp · 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, “empire” is worth 10 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 “empire”
The letters in “empire” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: epimer, premie.