How many syllables in “rechecks”?
syllables in "rechecks"
Word details
Syllables
2
rec · hecks
Letters
8
r · e · c · h · e · c · k · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “rechecks”
The word “rechecks” contains 2 syllables, divided as rec · hecks. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rechecks" have?
"rechecks" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rechecks" into syllables?
"rechecks" is divided into syllables as: rec · hecks.
What is the Scrabble score for "rechecks"?
The Scrabble score for "rechecks" is 19 points.
Using “rechecks” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rechecks" (rec · hecks) 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, “rechecks” is worth 19 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 “rechecks”
The letters in “rechecks” can be rearranged to spell one other word: checkers.