How many syllables in “respire”?
syllables in "respire"
Word details
Syllables
2
resp · ire
Letters
7
r · e · s · p · i · r · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “respire”
The word “respire” contains 2 syllables, divided as resp · ire. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "respire" have?
"respire" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "respire" into syllables?
"respire" is divided into syllables as: resp · ire.
What is the Scrabble score for "respire"?
The Scrabble score for "respire" is 9 points.
Using “respire” in writing
Two-syllable words like "respire" (resp · 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, “respire” is worth 9 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 “respire”
The letters in “respire” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: perries, prisere, reprise.