How many syllables in “pariah”?
syllables in "pariah"
Word details
Syllables
2
pa · riah
Letters
6
p · a · r · i · a · h
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “pariah”
The word “pariah” contains 2 syllables, divided as pa · riah. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pariah" have?
"pariah" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "pariah" into syllables?
"pariah" is divided into syllables as: pa · riah.
What is the Scrabble score for "pariah"?
The Scrabble score for "pariah" is 11 points.
Using “pariah” in writing
Two-syllable words like "pariah" (pa · riah) 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, “pariah” 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 “pariah”
The letters in “pariah” can be rearranged to spell one other word: raphia.