How many syllables in “transpire”?
syllables in "transpire"
Word details
Syllables
2
trans · pire
Letters
9
t · r · a · n · s · p · i · r · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “transpire”
The word “transpire” contains 2 syllables, divided as trans · pire. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "transpire" have?
"transpire" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "transpire" into syllables?
"transpire" is divided into syllables as: trans · pire.
What is the Scrabble score for "transpire"?
The Scrabble score for "transpire" is 11 points.
Using “transpire” in writing
Two-syllable words like "transpire" (trans · pire) 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, “transpire” is worth 11 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 “transpire”
The letters in “transpire” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: pretrains, terrapins.