How many syllables in “pricy”?
syllables in "pricy"
Word details
Syllables
2
pri · cy
Letters
5
p · r · i · c · y
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “pricy”
The word “pricy” contains 2 syllables, divided as pri · cy. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pricy" have?
"pricy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "pricy" into syllables?
"pricy" is divided into syllables as: pri · cy.
What is the Scrabble score for "pricy"?
The Scrabble score for "pricy" is 12 points.
Using “pricy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "pricy" (pri · cy) 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, “pricy” is worth 12 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 “pricy”
The letters in “pricy” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pyric.