How many syllables in “require”?
syllables in "require"
Word details
Syllables
2
requ · ire
Letters
7
r · e · q · u · i · r · e
Scrabble
16
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “require”
The word “require” contains 2 syllables, divided as requ · ire. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "require" have?
"require" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "require" into syllables?
"require" is divided into syllables as: requ · ire.
What is the Scrabble score for "require"?
The Scrabble score for "require" is 16 points.
Using “require” in writing
Two-syllable words like "require" (requ · ire) 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, “require” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “require”
The letters in “require” can be rearranged to spell one other word: querier.