How many syllables in “pattern”?
syllables in "pattern"
Word details
Syllables
2
pat · tern
Letters
7
p · a · t · t · e · r · n
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “pattern”
The word “pattern” contains 2 syllables, divided as pat · tern. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pattern" have?
"pattern" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "pattern" into syllables?
"pattern" is divided into syllables as: pat · tern.
What is the Scrabble score for "pattern"?
The Scrabble score for "pattern" is 9 points.
Using “pattern” in writing
Two-syllable words like "pattern" (pat · tern) 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, “pattern” is worth 9 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 “pattern”
The letters in “pattern” can be rearranged to spell one other word: reptant.