How many syllables in “prayerful”?
syllables in "prayerful"
Word details
Syllables
2
prayer · ful
Letters
9
p · r · a · y · e · r · f · u · l
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “prayerful”
The word “prayerful” contains 2 syllables, divided as prayer · ful. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "prayerful" have?
"prayerful" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "prayerful" into syllables?
"prayerful" is divided into syllables as: prayer · ful.
What is the Scrabble score for "prayerful"?
The Scrabble score for "prayerful" is 17 points.
Using “prayerful” in writing
Two-syllable words like "prayerful" (prayer · ful) 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, “prayerful” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.