How many syllables in “perish”?
syllables in "perish"
Word details
Syllables
2
pe · rish
Letters
6
p · e · r · i · s · h
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “perish”
The word “perish” contains 2 syllables, divided as pe · rish. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "perish" have?
"perish" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "perish" into syllables?
"perish" is divided into syllables as: pe · rish.
What is the Scrabble score for "perish"?
The Scrabble score for "perish" is 11 points.
Using “perish” in writing
Two-syllable words like "perish" (pe · rish) 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, “perish” is worth 11 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 “perish”
The letters in “perish” can be rearranged to spell one other word: reship.