How many syllables in “pyrite”?
syllables in "pyrite"
Word details
Syllables
2
pyr · ite
Letters
6
p · y · r · i · t · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “pyrite”
The word “pyrite” contains 2 syllables, divided as pyr · ite. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pyrite" have?
"pyrite" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "pyrite" into syllables?
"pyrite" is divided into syllables as: pyr · ite.
What is the Scrabble score for "pyrite"?
The Scrabble score for "pyrite" is 11 points.
Using “pyrite” in writing
Two-syllable words like "pyrite" (pyr · ite) 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, “pyrite” is worth 11 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 “pyrite”
The letters in “pyrite” can be rearranged to spell one other word: typier.