How many syllables in “arrest”?
syllables in "arrest"
Word details
Syllables
2
ar · rest
Letters
6
a · r · r · e · s · t
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “arrest”
The word “arrest” contains 2 syllables, divided as ar · rest. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "arrest" have?
"arrest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "arrest" into syllables?
"arrest" is divided into syllables as: ar · rest.
What is the Scrabble score for "arrest"?
The Scrabble score for "arrest" is 6 points.
Using “arrest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "arrest" (ar · rest) 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, “arrest” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “arrest”
The letters in “arrest” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: rarest, raster, raters, starer, tarres, terras.