How many syllables in “prentice”?
syllables in "prentice"
Word details
Syllables
2
pren · tice
Letters
8
p · r · e · n · t · i · c · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “prentice”
The word “prentice” contains 2 syllables, divided as pren · tice. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "prentice" have?
"prentice" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "prentice" into syllables?
"prentice" is divided into syllables as: pren · tice.
What is the Scrabble score for "prentice"?
The Scrabble score for "prentice" is 12 points.
Using “prentice” in writing
Two-syllable words like "prentice" (pren · tice) 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, “prentice” is worth 12 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 “prentice”
The letters in “prentice” can be rearranged to spell one other word: terpenic.