How many syllables in “province”?
syllables in "province"
Word details
Syllables
2
prov · ince
Letters
8
p · r · o · v · i · n · c · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “province”
The word “province” contains 2 syllables, divided as prov · ince. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "province" have?
"province" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "province" into syllables?
"province" is divided into syllables as: prov · ince.
What is the Scrabble score for "province"?
The Scrabble score for "province" is 15 points.
Using “province” in writing
Two-syllable words like "province" (prov · ince) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “province” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.