How many syllables in “sirens”?
syllables in "sirens"
Word details
Syllables
2
si · rens
Letters
6
s · i · r · e · n · s
Scrabble
6
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About the word “sirens”
The word “sirens” contains 2 syllables, divided as si · rens. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sirens" have?
"sirens" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sirens" into syllables?
"sirens" is divided into syllables as: si · rens.
What is the Scrabble score for "sirens"?
The Scrabble score for "sirens" is 6 points.
Using “sirens” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sirens" (si · rens) 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, “sirens” 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 “sirens”
The letters in “sirens” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: resins, rinses, serins.