How many syllables in “perform”?
syllables in "perform"
Word details
Syllables
2
per · form
Letters
7
p · e · r · f · o · r · m
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “perform”
The word “perform” contains 2 syllables, divided as per · form. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "perform" have?
"perform" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "perform" into syllables?
"perform" is divided into syllables as: per · form.
What is the Scrabble score for "perform"?
The Scrabble score for "perform" is 14 points.
Using “perform” in writing
Two-syllable words like "perform" (per · form) 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, “perform” is worth 14 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 “perform”
The letters in “perform” can be rearranged to spell one other word: preform.