How many syllables in “arrests”?
syllables in "arrests"
Word details
Syllables
2
ar · rests
Letters
7
a · r · r · e · s · t · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “arrests”
The word “arrests” contains 2 syllables, divided as ar · rests. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "arrests" have?
"arrests" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "arrests" into syllables?
"arrests" is divided into syllables as: ar · rests.
What is the Scrabble score for "arrests"?
The Scrabble score for "arrests" is 7 points.
Using “arrests” in writing
Two-syllable words like "arrests" (ar · rests) 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, “arrests” is worth 7 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 “arrests”
The letters in “arrests” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: rasters, starers.