How many syllables in “prophesied”?
syllables in "prophesied"
Word details
Syllables
3
prop · he · sied
Letters
10
p · r · o · p · h · e · s · i · e · d
Scrabble
18
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About the word “prophesied”
The word “prophesied” contains 3 syllables, divided as prop · he · sied. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "prophesied" have?
"prophesied" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "prophesied" into syllables?
"prophesied" is divided into syllables as: prop · he · sied.
What is the Scrabble score for "prophesied"?
The Scrabble score for "prophesied" is 18 points.
Using “prophesied” in writing
Three-syllable words like "prophesied" (prop · he · sied) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “prophesied” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.