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How many syllables in “prescinds”?

2

syllables in "prescinds"

prescinds
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Word details

Syllables

2

pre · scinds

Letters

9

p · r · e · s · c · i · n · d · s

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

p3
r1
e1
s1
c3
i1
n1
d2
s1

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About the word “prescinds

The word prescinds contains 2 syllables, divided as pre · scinds. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "prescinds" have?

"prescinds" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "prescinds" into syllables?

"prescinds" is divided into syllables as: pre · scinds.

What is the Scrabble score for "prescinds"?

The Scrabble score for "prescinds" is 14 points.

Using “prescinds” in writing

Two-syllable words like "prescinds" (pre · scinds) 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, prescinds 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.

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