How many syllables in “prone”?
syllable in "prone"
Word details
Syllables
1
prone
Letters
5
p · r · o · n · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “prone”
The word “prone” contains 1 syllable, divided as prone. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "prone" have?
"prone" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "prone" into syllables?
"prone" is divided into syllables as: prone.
What is the Scrabble score for "prone"?
The Scrabble score for "prone" is 7 points.
Using “prone” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "prone" 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, “prone” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.