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