How many syllables in “irons”?
syllables in "irons"
Word details
Syllables
2
i · rons
Letters
5
i · r · o · n · s
Scrabble
5
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About the word “irons”
The word “irons” contains 2 syllables, divided as i · rons. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "irons" have?
"irons" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "irons" into syllables?
"irons" is divided into syllables as: i · rons.
What is the Scrabble score for "irons"?
The Scrabble score for "irons" is 5 points.
Using “irons” in writing
Two-syllable words like "irons" (i · rons) 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, “irons” is worth 5 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 “irons”
The letters in “irons” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: noirs, noris, ornis, rosin.