How many syllables in “perse”?
syllable in "perse"
Word details
Syllables
1
perse
Letters
5
p · e · r · s · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “perse”
The word “perse” contains 1 syllable, divided as perse. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "perse" have?
"perse" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "perse" into syllables?
"perse" is divided into syllables as: perse.
What is the Scrabble score for "perse"?
The Scrabble score for "perse" is 7 points.
Using “perse” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "perse" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “perse” 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 “perse”
The letters in “perse” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: peers, prees, prese, speer, spree.