How many syllables in “penis”?
syllables in "penis"
Word details
Syllables
2
pe · nis
Letters
5
p · e · n · i · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “penis”
The word “penis” contains 2 syllables, divided as pe · nis. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "penis" have?
"penis" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "penis" into syllables?
"penis" is divided into syllables as: pe · nis.
What is the Scrabble score for "penis"?
The Scrabble score for "penis" is 7 points.
Using “penis” in writing
Two-syllable words like "penis" (pe · nis) 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, “penis” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “penis”
The letters in “penis” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: peins, pines, snipe, spine.