How many syllables in “pry”?
1
syllable in "pry"
pry
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Word details
Syllables
1
pry
Letters
3
p · r · y
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
p3
r1
y4
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About the word “pry”
The word “pry” contains 1 syllable, divided as pry. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pry" have?
"pry" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "pry" into syllables?
"pry" is divided into syllables as: pry.
What is the Scrabble score for "pry"?
The Scrabble score for "pry" is 8 points.
Using “pry” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "pry" 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, “pry” is worth 8 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.