How many syllables in “impure”?
syllables in "impure"
Word details
Syllables
2
imp · ure
Letters
6
i · m · p · u · r · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “impure”
The word “impure” contains 2 syllables, divided as imp · ure. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "impure" have?
"impure" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "impure" into syllables?
"impure" is divided into syllables as: imp · ure.
What is the Scrabble score for "impure"?
The Scrabble score for "impure" is 10 points.
Using “impure” in writing
Two-syllable words like "impure" (imp · ure) 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, “impure” is worth 10 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 “impure”
The letters in “impure” can be rearranged to spell one other word: umpire.