How many syllables in “recall”?
syllables in "recall"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · call
Letters
6
r · e · c · a · l · l
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “recall”
The word “recall” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · call. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "recall" have?
"recall" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "recall" into syllables?
"recall" is divided into syllables as: re · call.
What is the Scrabble score for "recall"?
The Scrabble score for "recall" is 8 points.
Using “recall” in writing
Two-syllable words like "recall" (re · call) 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, “recall” is worth 8 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 “recall”
The letters in “recall” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: caller, cellar.