How many syllables in “reattached”?
syllables in "reattached"
Word details
Syllables
2
reatt · ached
Letters
10
r · e · a · t · t · a · c · h · e · d
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “reattached”
The word “reattached” contains 2 syllables, divided as reatt · ached. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reattached" have?
"reattached" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "reattached" into syllables?
"reattached" is divided into syllables as: reatt · ached.
What is the Scrabble score for "reattached"?
The Scrabble score for "reattached" is 16 points.
Using “reattached” in writing
Two-syllable words like "reattached" (reatt · ached) 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, “reattached” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “reattached”
The letters in “reattached” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tracheated.