How many syllables in “ires”?
syllables in "ires"
Word details
Syllables
2
i · res
Letters
4
i · r · e · s
Scrabble
4
points
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About the word “ires”
The word “ires” contains 2 syllables, divided as i · res. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ires" have?
"ires" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ires" into syllables?
"ires" is divided into syllables as: i · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "ires"?
The Scrabble score for "ires" is 4 points.
Using “ires” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ires" (i · res) 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, “ires” is worth 4 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 “ires”
The letters in “ires” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: reis, rise, sire.