How many syllables in “prey”?
syllable in "prey"
Word details
Syllables
1
prey
Letters
4
p · r · e · y
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “prey”
The word “prey” contains 1 syllable, divided as prey. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "prey" have?
"prey" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "prey" into syllables?
"prey" is divided into syllables as: prey.
What is the Scrabble score for "prey"?
The Scrabble score for "prey" is 9 points.
Using “prey” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "prey" 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, “prey” 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 “prey”
The letters in “prey” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pyre.