How many syllables in “prose”?
syllable in "prose"
Word details
Syllables
1
prose
Letters
5
p · r · o · s · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “prose”
The word “prose” contains 1 syllable, divided as prose. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "prose" have?
"prose" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "prose" into syllables?
"prose" is divided into syllables as: prose.
What is the Scrabble score for "prose"?
The Scrabble score for "prose" is 7 points.
Using “prose” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "prose" 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, “prose” 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.
Anagrams of “prose”
The letters in “prose” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: pores, poser, repos, ropes, spore.