How many syllables in “ere”?
syllables in "ere"
Word details
Syllables
2
e · re
Letters
3
e · r · e
Scrabble
3
points
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About the word “ere”
The word “ere” contains 2 syllables, divided as e · re. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ere" have?
"ere" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ere" into syllables?
"ere" is divided into syllables as: e · re.
What is the Scrabble score for "ere"?
The Scrabble score for "ere" is 3 points.
Using “ere” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ere" (e · re) 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, “ere” is worth 3 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 “ere”
The letters in “ere” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ree.