How many syllables in “realised”?
syllables in "realised"
Word details
Syllables
2
real · ised
Letters
8
r · e · a · l · i · s · e · d
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “realised”
The word “realised” contains 2 syllables, divided as real · ised. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "realised" have?
"realised" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "realised" into syllables?
"realised" is divided into syllables as: real · ised.
What is the Scrabble score for "realised"?
The Scrabble score for "realised" is 9 points.
Using “realised” in writing
Two-syllable words like "realised" (real · ised) 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, “realised” is worth 9 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 “realised”
The letters in “realised” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: resailed, sidereal.