How many syllables in “rapist”?
syllables in "rapist"
Word details
Syllables
2
ra · pist
Letters
6
r · a · p · i · s · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “rapist”
The word “rapist” contains 2 syllables, divided as ra · pist. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rapist" have?
"rapist" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rapist" into syllables?
"rapist" is divided into syllables as: ra · pist.
What is the Scrabble score for "rapist"?
The Scrabble score for "rapist" is 8 points.
Using “rapist” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rapist" (ra · pist) 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, “rapist” 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.
Anagrams of “rapist”
The letters in “rapist” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tapirs.