How many syllables in “piraya”?
syllables in "piraya"
Word details
Syllables
2
pi · raya
Letters
6
p · i · r · a · y · a
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “piraya”
The word “piraya” contains 2 syllables, divided as pi · raya. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "piraya" have?
"piraya" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "piraya" into syllables?
"piraya" is divided into syllables as: pi · raya.
What is the Scrabble score for "piraya"?
The Scrabble score for "piraya" is 11 points.
Using “piraya” in writing
Two-syllable words like "piraya" (pi · raya) 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, “piraya” is worth 11 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 “piraya”
The letters in “piraya” can be rearranged to spell one other word: apiary.