How many syllables in “tired”?
syllable in "tired"
Word details
Syllables
1
tired
Letters
5
t · i · r · e · d
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “tired”
The word “tired” contains 1 syllable, divided as tired. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tired" have?
"tired" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "tired" into syllables?
"tired" is divided into syllables as: tired.
What is the Scrabble score for "tired"?
The Scrabble score for "tired" is 6 points.
Using “tired” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "tired" 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, “tired” 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 “tired”
The letters in “tired” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tried.