How many syllables in “prime”?
1
syllable in "prime"
prime
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Word details
Syllables
1
prime
Letters
5
p · r · i · m · e
Scrabble
9
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
p3
r1
i1
m3
e1
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About the word “prime”
The word “prime” contains 1 syllable, divided as prime. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "prime" have?
"prime" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "prime" into syllables?
"prime" is divided into syllables as: prime.
What is the Scrabble score for "prime"?
The Scrabble score for "prime" is 9 points.
Using “prime” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "prime" 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, “prime” 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.