How many syllables in “piety”?
syllables in "piety"
Word details
Syllables
2
pie · ty
Letters
5
p · i · e · t · y
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “piety”
The word “piety” contains 2 syllables, divided as pie · ty. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "piety" have?
"piety" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "piety" into syllables?
"piety" is divided into syllables as: pie · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "piety"?
The Scrabble score for "piety" is 10 points.
Using “piety” in writing
Two-syllable words like "piety" (pie · ty) 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, “piety” is worth 10 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.