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How many syllables in “presides”?

3

syllables in "presides"

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Word details

Syllables

3

pre · si · des

Letters

8

p · r · e · s · i · d · e · s

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

p3
r1
e1
s1
i1
d2
e1
s1

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About the word “presides

The word presides contains 3 syllables, divided as pre · si · des. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "presides" have?

"presides" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "presides" into syllables?

"presides" is divided into syllables as: pre · si · des.

What is the Scrabble score for "presides"?

The Scrabble score for "presides" is 11 points.

Using “presides” in writing

Three-syllable words like "presides" (pre · si · des) 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, presides is worth 11 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 “presides

The letters in presides can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: despiser, disperse.

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