How many syllables in “praises”?
syllable in "praises"
Word details
Syllables
1
praises
Letters
7
p · r · a · i · s · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “praises”
The word “praises” contains 1 syllable, divided as praises. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "praises" have?
"praises" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "praises" into syllables?
"praises" is divided into syllables as: praises.
What is the Scrabble score for "praises"?
The Scrabble score for "praises" is 9 points.
Using “praises” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "praises" 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, “praises” 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 “praises”
The letters in “praises” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: aspires, paresis, parises, spireas.