How many syllables in “recent”?
syllables in "recent"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · cent
Letters
6
r · e · c · e · n · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “recent”
The word “recent” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · cent. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "recent" have?
"recent" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "recent" into syllables?
"recent" is divided into syllables as: re · cent.
What is the Scrabble score for "recent"?
The Scrabble score for "recent" is 8 points.
Using “recent” in writing
Two-syllable words like "recent" (re · cent) 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, “recent” 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 “recent”
The letters in “recent” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: center, centre, tenrec.