How many syllables in “persist”?
syllables in "persist"
Word details
Syllables
2
per · sist
Letters
7
p · e · r · s · i · s · t
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “persist”
The word “persist” contains 2 syllables, divided as per · sist. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "persist" have?
"persist" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "persist" into syllables?
"persist" is divided into syllables as: per · sist.
What is the Scrabble score for "persist"?
The Scrabble score for "persist" is 9 points.
Using “persist” in writing
Two-syllable words like "persist" (per · sist) 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, “persist” 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 “persist”
The letters in “persist” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: esprits, priests, spriest, sprites, stirpes, stripes.