How many syllables in “preside”?
syllables in "preside"
Word details
Syllables
2
pres · ide
Letters
7
p · r · e · s · i · d · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “preside”
The word “preside” contains 2 syllables, divided as pres · ide. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "preside" have?
"preside" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "preside" into syllables?
"preside" is divided into syllables as: pres · ide.
What is the Scrabble score for "preside"?
The Scrabble score for "preside" is 10 points.
Using “preside” in writing
Two-syllable words like "preside" (pres · ide) 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, “preside” is worth 10 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 “preside”
The letters in “preside” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: speired, spiered.