How many syllables in “shire”?
syllable in "shire"
Word details
Syllables
1
shire
Letters
5
s · h · i · r · e
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “shire”
The word “shire” contains 1 syllable, divided as shire. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shire" have?
"shire" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "shire" into syllables?
"shire" is divided into syllables as: shire.
What is the Scrabble score for "shire"?
The Scrabble score for "shire" is 8 points.
Using “shire” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "shire" 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, “shire” 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 “shire”
The letters in “shire” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: heirs, hires, shier.