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How many syllables in “rec”?

1

syllable in "rec"

rec
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Word details

Syllables

1

rec

Letters

3

r · e · c

Scrabble

5

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

r1
e1
c3

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About the word “rec

The word rec contains 1 syllable, divided as rec. It has 3 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "rec" have?

"rec" has 1 syllable.

How do you divide "rec" into syllables?

"rec" is divided into syllables as: rec.

What is the Scrabble score for "rec"?

The Scrabble score for "rec" is 5 points.

Using “rec” in writing

As a single-syllable word, "rec" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, rec is worth 5 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.

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