How many syllables in “realist”?
syllables in "realist"
Word details
Syllables
2
rea · list
Letters
7
r · e · a · l · i · s · t
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “realist”
The word “realist” contains 2 syllables, divided as rea · list. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "realist" have?
"realist" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "realist" into syllables?
"realist" is divided into syllables as: rea · list.
What is the Scrabble score for "realist"?
The Scrabble score for "realist" is 7 points.
Using “realist” in writing
Two-syllable words like "realist" (rea · list) 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, “realist” 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 “realist”
The letters in “realist” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: retails, saltier, saltire, slatier, tailers.