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