How many syllables in “poise”?
syllable in "poise"
Word details
Syllables
1
poise
Letters
5
p · o · i · s · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “poise”
The word “poise” contains 1 syllable, divided as poise. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "poise" have?
"poise" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "poise" into syllables?
"poise" is divided into syllables as: poise.
What is the Scrabble score for "poise"?
The Scrabble score for "poise" is 7 points.
Using “poise” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "poise" 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, “poise” is worth 7 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.