How many syllables in “rechecking”?
syllables in "rechecking"
Word details
Syllables
3
rec · hec · king
Letters
10
r · e · c · h · e · c · k · i · n · g
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “rechecking”
The word “rechecking” contains 3 syllables, divided as rec · hec · king. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rechecking" have?
"rechecking" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "rechecking" into syllables?
"rechecking" is divided into syllables as: rec · hec · king.
What is the Scrabble score for "rechecking"?
The Scrabble score for "rechecking" is 22 points.
Using “rechecking” in writing
Three-syllable words like "rechecking" (rec · hec · king) 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, “rechecking” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “rechecking”
The letters in “rechecking” can be rearranged to spell one other word: checkering.