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