How many syllables in “reattacks”?
syllables in "reattacks"
Word details
Syllables
2
reat · tacks
Letters
9
r · e · a · t · t · a · c · k · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “reattacks”
The word “reattacks” contains 2 syllables, divided as reat · tacks. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reattacks" have?
"reattacks" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "reattacks" into syllables?
"reattacks" is divided into syllables as: reat · tacks.
What is the Scrabble score for "reattacks"?
The Scrabble score for "reattacks" is 15 points.
Using “reattacks” in writing
Two-syllable words like "reattacks" (reat · tacks) 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, “reattacks” is worth 15 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 “reattacks”
The letters in “reattacks” can be rearranged to spell one other word: attackers.