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