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How many syllables in “parous”?

2

syllables in "parous"

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Word details

Syllables

2

pa · rous

Letters

6

p · a · r · o · u · s

Scrabble

8

points

Scrabble letter values

p3
a1
r1
o1
u1
s1

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About the word “parous

The word parous contains 2 syllables, divided as pa · rous. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "parous" have?

"parous" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "parous" into syllables?

"parous" is divided into syllables as: pa · rous.

What is the Scrabble score for "parous"?

The Scrabble score for "parous" is 8 points.

Using “parous” in writing

Two-syllable words like "parous" (pa · rous) 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, parous is worth 8 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 “parous

The letters in parous can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: sapour, upsoar.

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