How many syllables in “priest”?
syllable in "priest"
Word details
Syllables
1
priest
Letters
6
p · r · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “priest”
The word “priest” contains 1 syllable, divided as priest. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "priest" have?
"priest" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "priest" into syllables?
"priest" is divided into syllables as: priest.
What is the Scrabble score for "priest"?
The Scrabble score for "priest" is 8 points.
Using “priest” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "priest" 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, “priest” 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 “priest”
The letters in “priest” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: esprit, ripest, sprite, stripe, tripes.