How many syllables in “hire”?
syllable in "hire"
Word details
Syllables
1
hire
Letters
4
h · i · r · e
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “hire”
The word “hire” contains 1 syllable, divided as hire. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hire" have?
"hire" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "hire" into syllables?
"hire" is divided into syllables as: hire.
What is the Scrabble score for "hire"?
The Scrabble score for "hire" is 7 points.
Using “hire” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "hire" 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, “hire” 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 “hire”
The letters in “hire” can be rearranged to spell one other word: heir.