How many syllables in “press”?
syllable in "press"
Word details
Syllables
1
press
Letters
5
p · r · e · s · s
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “press”
The word “press” contains 1 syllable, divided as press. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "press" have?
"press" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "press" into syllables?
"press" is divided into syllables as: press.
What is the Scrabble score for "press"?
The Scrabble score for "press" is 7 points.
Using “press” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "press" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “press” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.