3 Words Ending in SIRE
The ending SIRE appears in 3 words, from 4-letter words up to 9 letters. The biggest cluster is 4-letter words with 1 entries. Average word length: 6.3 letters.
Silent E at the end of a word is one of English spelling's most famous quirks. It changes vowel sounds (mat vs. mate) and softens consonants (rag vs. rage).
Highest-scoring Scrabble plays that end in SIRE: GRANDSIRE (11 pts), DESIRE (7 pts), SIRE (4 pts). The shortest is SIRE (4 letters) and the longest is GRANDSIRE (9 letters). For more high-value patterns, try words starting with KNO.
Notable words: SIRE — to beget [v].; DESIRE — to wish for [v].; GRANDSIRE — a grandfather [n]. Browse words ending in LOT for another common pattern.
FAQ
What is the highest-scoring Scrabble word that ends in SIRE?
GRANDSIRE scores 11 points. Runner-up: DESIRE at 7 points. See words starting with BALL for more high-value options.
How many words end in SIRE?
Our dictionary has 3 words that end in SIRE. They range from 4 to 9 letters, with 4-letter words being the most common (1).
What is the shortest word that ends in SIRE?
SIRE at just 4 letters. It means: to beget [v].