How many syllables in “fire”?
syllable in "fire"
Word details
Syllables
1
fire
Letters
4
f · i · r · e
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “fire”
The word “fire” contains 1 syllable, divided as fire. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fire" have?
"fire" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "fire" into syllables?
"fire" is divided into syllables as: fire.
What is the Scrabble score for "fire"?
The Scrabble score for "fire" is 7 points.
Using “fire” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "fire" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “fire” is worth 7 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 “fire”
The letters in “fire” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: reif, rife.