How many syllables in “pretense”?
syllables in "pretense"
Word details
Syllables
2
pret · ense
Letters
8
p · r · e · t · e · n · s · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “pretense”
The word “pretense” contains 2 syllables, divided as pret · ense. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pretense" have?
"pretense" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "pretense" into syllables?
"pretense" is divided into syllables as: pret · ense.
What is the Scrabble score for "pretense"?
The Scrabble score for "pretense" is 10 points.
Using “pretense” in writing
Two-syllable words like "pretense" (pret · ense) 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, “pretense” 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 “pretense”
The letters in “pretense” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: preteens, terpenes.