How many syllables in “preferment”?
syllables in "preferment"
Word details
Syllables
3
pre · fer · ment
Letters
10
p · r · e · f · e · r · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
17
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About the word “preferment”
The word “preferment” contains 3 syllables, divided as pre · fer · ment. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "preferment" have?
"preferment" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "preferment" into syllables?
"preferment" is divided into syllables as: pre · fer · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "preferment"?
The Scrabble score for "preferment" is 17 points.
Using “preferment” in writing
Three-syllable words like "preferment" (pre · fer · ment) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “preferment” 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.