How many syllables in “prefect”?
syllables in "prefect"
Word details
Syllables
2
pre · fect
Letters
7
p · r · e · f · e · c · t
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “prefect”
The word “prefect” contains 2 syllables, divided as pre · fect. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "prefect" have?
"prefect" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "prefect" into syllables?
"prefect" is divided into syllables as: pre · fect.
What is the Scrabble score for "prefect"?
The Scrabble score for "prefect" is 14 points.
Using “prefect” in writing
Two-syllable words like "prefect" (pre · fect) 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, “prefect” is worth 14 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 “prefect”
The letters in “prefect” can be rearranged to spell one other word: perfect.