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How many syllables in “recarrying”?

3

syllables in "recarrying"

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Word details

Syllables

3

re · car · rying

Letters

10

r · e · c · a · r · r · y · i · n · g

Scrabble

16

points

Scrabble letter values

r1
e1
c3
a1
r1
r1
y4
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “recarrying

The word recarrying contains 3 syllables, divided as re · car · rying. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "recarrying" have?

"recarrying" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "recarrying" into syllables?

"recarrying" is divided into syllables as: re · car · rying.

What is the Scrabble score for "recarrying"?

The Scrabble score for "recarrying" is 16 points.

Using “recarrying” in writing

Three-syllable words like "recarrying" (re · car · rying) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, recarrying 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.

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