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