How many syllables in “provenience”?
syllables in "provenience"
Word details
Syllables
3
prov · enie · nce
Letters
11
p · r · o · v · e · n · i · e · n · c · e
Scrabble
18
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “provenience”
The word “provenience” contains 3 syllables, divided as prov · enie · nce. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "provenience" have?
"provenience" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "provenience" into syllables?
"provenience" is divided into syllables as: prov · enie · nce.
What is the Scrabble score for "provenience"?
The Scrabble score for "provenience" is 18 points.
Using “provenience” in writing
Three-syllable words like "provenience" (prov · enie · nce) 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, “provenience” 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.