How many syllables in “recessed”?
syllables in "recessed"
Word details
Syllables
2
rece · ssed
Letters
8
r · e · c · e · s · s · e · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “recessed”
The word “recessed” contains 2 syllables, divided as rece · ssed. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "recessed" have?
"recessed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "recessed" into syllables?
"recessed" is divided into syllables as: rece · ssed.
What is the Scrabble score for "recessed"?
The Scrabble score for "recessed" is 11 points.
Using “recessed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "recessed" (rece · ssed) 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, “recessed” is worth 11 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 “recessed”
The letters in “recessed” can be rearranged to spell one other word: seceders.