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How many syllables in “emprise”?

2

syllables in "emprise"

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Word details

Syllables

2

empr · ise

Letters

7

e · m · p · r · i · s · e

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

e1
m3
p3
r1
i1
s1
e1

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About the word “emprise

The word emprise contains 2 syllables, divided as empr · ise. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "emprise" have?

"emprise" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "emprise" into syllables?

"emprise" is divided into syllables as: empr · ise.

What is the Scrabble score for "emprise"?

The Scrabble score for "emprise" is 11 points.

Using “emprise” in writing

Two-syllable words like "emprise" (empr · ise) 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, emprise 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 “emprise

The letters in emprise can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: empires, epimers, imprese, premies, premise, spireme.

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