How many syllables in “expires”?
syllables in "expires"
Word details
Syllables
3
ex · pi · res
Letters
7
e · x · p · i · r · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “expires”
The word “expires” contains 3 syllables, divided as ex · pi · res. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "expires" have?
"expires" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "expires" into syllables?
"expires" is divided into syllables as: ex · pi · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "expires"?
The Scrabble score for "expires" is 16 points.
Using “expires” in writing
Three-syllable words like "expires" (ex · 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, “expires” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “expires”
The letters in “expires” can be rearranged to spell one other word: prexies.