QUIRE
/ˈkwaɪ.ə(ɹ)/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of QUIRE
One-twentieth of a ream of paper; a collection of twenty-four or twenty-five sheets of paper of the same size and quality, unfolded or having a single fold.
A set of leaves which are stitched together, originally a set of four pieces of paper (eight leaves, sixteen pages). This is most often a single signature (i.e. group of four), but may be several nested signatures.
A book, poem, or pamphlet.
To prepare quires by stitching together leaves of paper.
A choir.
One quarter of a cruciform church, or the architectural area of a church used by the choir, often near the apse.
To sing in concert.
Word Details
Is QUIRE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, QUIRE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: QUIRE uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for QUIRE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | q | u | i | r | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 10 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
| WWF | 10 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in QUIRE
9 words from the letters in QUIRE
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use QUIRE in Word Games
QUIRE is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, QUIRE is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble QUIRE to find 9 additional valid words.