How many syllables in “prolapse”?
syllables in "prolapse"
Word details
Syllables
2
prol · apse
Letters
8
p · r · o · l · a · p · s · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “prolapse”
The word “prolapse” contains 2 syllables, divided as prol · apse. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "prolapse" have?
"prolapse" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "prolapse" into syllables?
"prolapse" is divided into syllables as: prol · apse.
What is the Scrabble score for "prolapse"?
The Scrabble score for "prolapse" is 12 points.
Using “prolapse” in writing
Two-syllable words like "prolapse" (prol · apse) 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, “prolapse” is worth 12 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 “prolapse”
The letters in “prolapse” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sapropel.