How many syllables in “ire”?
syllables in "ire"
Word details
Syllables
2
ire
Letters
3
i · r · e
Scrabble
3
points
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About the word “ire”
The word “ire” contains 2 syllables, divided as ire. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ire" have?
"ire" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ire" into syllables?
"ire" is divided into syllables as: ire.
What is the Scrabble score for "ire"?
The Scrabble score for "ire" is 3 points.
Using “ire” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ire" (ire) 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, “ire” is worth 3 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 “ire”
The letters in “ire” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rei.