How many syllables in “recede”?
syllables in "recede"
Word details
Syllables
2
rec · ede
Letters
6
r · e · c · e · d · e
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “recede”
The word “recede” contains 2 syllables, divided as rec · ede. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "recede" have?
"recede" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "recede" into syllables?
"recede" is divided into syllables as: rec · ede.
What is the Scrabble score for "recede"?
The Scrabble score for "recede" is 9 points.
Using “recede” in writing
Two-syllable words like "recede" (rec · ede) 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, “recede” is worth 9 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 “recede”
The letters in “recede” can be rearranged to spell one other word: decree.