How many syllables in “portions”?
syllables in "portions"
Word details
Syllables
2
portions
Letters
8
p · o · r · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “portions”
The word “portions” contains 2 syllables, divided as portions. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "portions" have?
"portions" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "portions" into syllables?
"portions" is divided into syllables as: portions.
What is the Scrabble score for "portions"?
The Scrabble score for "portions" is 10 points.
Using “portions” in writing
Two-syllable words like "portions" (portions) 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, “portions” 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.
Anagrams of “portions”
The letters in “portions” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: positron, sorption.