How many syllables in “mire”?
syllable in "mire"
Word details
Syllables
1
mire
Letters
4
m · i · r · e
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “mire”
The word “mire” contains 1 syllable, divided as mire. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mire" have?
"mire" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "mire" into syllables?
"mire" is divided into syllables as: mire.
What is the Scrabble score for "mire"?
The Scrabble score for "mire" is 6 points.
Using “mire” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "mire" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “mire” is worth 6 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 “mire”
The letters in “mire” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: emir, rime.