How many syllables in “pis”?
syllable in "pis"
Word details
Syllables
1
pis
Letters
3
p · i · s
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “pis”
The word “pis” contains 1 syllable, divided as pis. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pis" have?
"pis" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "pis" into syllables?
"pis" is divided into syllables as: pis.
What is the Scrabble score for "pis"?
The Scrabble score for "pis" is 5 points.
Using “pis” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "pis" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “pis” is worth 5 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “pis”
The letters in “pis” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: psi, sip.