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How many syllables in “provides”?

3

syllables in "provides"

provides
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Word details

Syllables

3

pro · vi · des

Letters

8

p · r · o · v · i · d · e · s

Scrabble

14

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

p3
r1
o1
v4
i1
d2
e1
s1

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About the word “provides

The word provides contains 3 syllables, divided as pro · vi · des. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "provides" have?

"provides" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "provides" into syllables?

"provides" is divided into syllables as: pro · vi · des.

What is the Scrabble score for "provides"?

The Scrabble score for "provides" is 14 points.

Using “provides” in writing

Three-syllable words like "provides" (pro · vi · des) 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, provides is worth 14 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 “provides

The letters in provides can be rearranged to spell one other word: disprove.

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