How many syllables in “empires”?
syllables in "empires"
Word details
Syllables
3
em · pi · res
Letters
7
e · m · p · i · r · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “empires”
The word “empires” contains 3 syllables, divided as em · pi · res. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "empires" have?
"empires" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "empires" into syllables?
"empires" is divided into syllables as: em · pi · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "empires"?
The Scrabble score for "empires" is 11 points.
Using “empires” in writing
Three-syllable words like "empires" (em · pi · res) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “empires” is worth 11 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 “empires”
The letters in “empires” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: emprise, epimers, imprese, premies, premise, spireme.