How many syllables in “pride”?
syllable in "pride"
Word details
Syllables
1
pride
Letters
5
p · r · i · d · e
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “pride”
The word “pride” contains 1 syllable, divided as pride. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pride" have?
"pride" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "pride" into syllables?
"pride" is divided into syllables as: pride.
What is the Scrabble score for "pride"?
The Scrabble score for "pride" is 8 points.
Using “pride” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "pride" 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, “pride” is worth 8 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 “pride”
The letters in “pride” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: pried, redip, riped.