Fireplace
9 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
A structure designed to contain a fire for heating or decorative purposes, typically built into a wall with a chimney above. Fireplaces serve as focal points in rooms.
“The family gathered around the fireplace on cold winter evenings.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈfaɪəpleɪs/
Syllables
fire·place
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Wordle
Three E's and two I's; compound FIRE + PLACE pattern
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Scrabble
Worth 16 points; F (4pts) and P (3pts) add moderate value
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