How many syllables in “lyres”?
syllables in "lyres"
Word details
Syllables
2
ly · res
Letters
5
l · y · r · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “lyres”
The word “lyres” contains 2 syllables, divided as ly · res. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lyres" have?
"lyres" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lyres" into syllables?
"lyres" is divided into syllables as: ly · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "lyres"?
The Scrabble score for "lyres" is 8 points.
Using “lyres” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lyres" (ly · 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, “lyres” is worth 8 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 “lyres”
The letters in “lyres” can be rearranged to spell one other word: slyer.