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How many syllables in “ere”?

2

syllables in "ere"

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Word details

Syllables

2

e · re

Letters

3

e · r · e

Scrabble

3

points

Scrabble letter values

e1
r1
e1

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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.

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