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