How many syllables in “prising”?
syllables in "prising"
Word details
Syllables
2
pri · sing
Letters
7
p · r · i · s · i · n · g
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “prising”
The word “prising” contains 2 syllables, divided as pri · sing. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "prising" have?
"prising" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "prising" into syllables?
"prising" is divided into syllables as: pri · sing.
What is the Scrabble score for "prising"?
The Scrabble score for "prising" is 10 points.
Using “prising” in writing
Two-syllable words like "prising" (pri · sing) 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, “prising” is worth 10 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 “prising”
The letters in “prising” can be rearranged to spell one other word: spiring.