How many syllables in “iron”?
syllables in "iron"
Word details
Syllables
2
i · ron
Letters
4
i · r · o · n
Scrabble
4
points
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About the word “iron”
The word “iron” contains 2 syllables, divided as i · ron. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "iron" have?
"iron" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "iron" into syllables?
"iron" is divided into syllables as: i · ron.
What is the Scrabble score for "iron"?
The Scrabble score for "iron" is 4 points.
Using “iron” in writing
Two-syllable words like "iron" (i · ron) 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, “iron” 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 “iron”
The letters in “iron” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: inro, noir, nori.