How many syllables in “pries”?
syllable in "pries"
Word details
Syllables
1
pries
Letters
5
p · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “pries”
The word “pries” contains 1 syllable, divided as pries. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pries" have?
"pries" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "pries" into syllables?
"pries" is divided into syllables as: pries.
What is the Scrabble score for "pries"?
The Scrabble score for "pries" is 7 points.
Using “pries” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "pries" 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, “pries” 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.
Anagrams of “pries”
The letters in “pries” can be rearranged to spell 7 other words: peris, piers, prise, ripes, speir, spier, and 1 more.