How many syllables in “parritches”?
syllables in "parritches"
Word details
Syllables
2
parri · tches
Letters
10
p · a · r · r · i · t · c · h · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “parritches”
The word “parritches” contains 2 syllables, divided as parri · tches. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "parritches" have?
"parritches" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "parritches" into syllables?
"parritches" is divided into syllables as: parri · tches.
What is the Scrabble score for "parritches"?
The Scrabble score for "parritches" is 17 points.
Using “parritches” in writing
Two-syllable words like "parritches" (parri · tches) 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, “parritches” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “parritches”
The letters in “parritches” can be rearranged to spell one other word: archpriest.