How many syllables in “wires”?
syllables in "wires"
Word details
Syllables
2
wi · res
Letters
5
w · i · r · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “wires”
The word “wires” contains 2 syllables, divided as wi · res. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wires" have?
"wires" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wires" into syllables?
"wires" is divided into syllables as: wi · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "wires"?
The Scrabble score for "wires" is 8 points.
Using “wires” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wires" (wi · res) 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, “wires” 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 “wires”
The letters in “wires” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: weirs, wiser, wries.