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