How many syllables in “esprit”?
syllables in "esprit"
Word details
Syllables
2
e · sprit
Letters
6
e · s · p · r · i · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “esprit”
The word “esprit” contains 2 syllables, divided as e · sprit. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "esprit" have?
"esprit" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "esprit" into syllables?
"esprit" is divided into syllables as: e · sprit.
What is the Scrabble score for "esprit"?
The Scrabble score for "esprit" is 8 points.
Using “esprit” in writing
Two-syllable words like "esprit" (e · sprit) 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, “esprit” is worth 8 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 “esprit”
The letters in “esprit” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: priest, ripest, sprite, stripe, tripes.