How many syllables in “pesto”?
syllables in "pesto"
Word details
Syllables
2
pe · sto
Letters
5
p · e · s · t · o
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “pesto”
The word “pesto” contains 2 syllables, divided as pe · sto. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pesto" have?
"pesto" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "pesto" into syllables?
"pesto" is divided into syllables as: pe · sto.
What is the Scrabble score for "pesto"?
The Scrabble score for "pesto" is 7 points.
Using “pesto” in writing
Two-syllable words like "pesto" (pe · sto) 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, “pesto” 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 “pesto”
The letters in “pesto” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: estop, poets, stope, topes.