How many syllables in “pieties”?
syllables in "pieties"
Word details
Syllables
2
pie · ties
Letters
7
p · i · e · t · i · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “pieties”
The word “pieties” contains 2 syllables, divided as pie · ties. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pieties" have?
"pieties" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "pieties" into syllables?
"pieties" is divided into syllables as: pie · ties.
What is the Scrabble score for "pieties"?
The Scrabble score for "pieties" is 9 points.
Using “pieties” in writing
Two-syllable words like "pieties" (pie · ties) 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, “pieties” 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.