How many syllables in “present”?
syllables in "present"
Word details
Syllables
2
pre · sent
Letters
7
p · r · e · s · e · n · t
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “present”
The word “present” contains 2 syllables, divided as pre · sent. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "present" have?
"present" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "present" into syllables?
"present" is divided into syllables as: pre · sent.
What is the Scrabble score for "present"?
The Scrabble score for "present" is 9 points.
Using “present” in writing
Two-syllable words like "present" (pre · sent) 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, “present” is worth 9 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 “present”
The letters in “present” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: penster, repents, serpent.