How many syllables in “prisons”?
syllables in "prisons"
Word details
Syllables
2
pri · sons
Letters
7
p · r · i · s · o · n · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “prisons”
The word “prisons” contains 2 syllables, divided as pri · sons. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "prisons" have?
"prisons" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "prisons" into syllables?
"prisons" is divided into syllables as: pri · sons.
What is the Scrabble score for "prisons"?
The Scrabble score for "prisons" is 9 points.
Using “prisons” in writing
Two-syllable words like "prisons" (pri · sons) 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, “prisons” 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.
Anagrams of “prisons”
The letters in “prisons” can be rearranged to spell one other word: spinors.