How many syllables in “provisioners”?
syllables in "provisioners"
Word details
Syllables
4
prov · isio · ners
Letters
12
p · r · o · v · i · s · i · o · n · e · r · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “provisioners”
The word “provisioners” contains 4 syllables, divided as prov · isio · ners. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "provisioners" have?
"provisioners" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "provisioners" into syllables?
"provisioners" is divided into syllables as: prov · isio · ners.
What is the Scrabble score for "provisioners"?
The Scrabble score for "provisioners" is 17 points.
Using “provisioners” in writing
Four-syllable words like "provisioners" (prov · isio · ners) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “provisioners” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “provisioners”
The letters in “provisioners” can be rearranged to spell one other word: reprovisions.