How many syllables in “recomb”?
syllables in "recomb"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · comb
Letters
6
r · e · c · o · m · b
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “recomb”
The word “recomb” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · comb. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "recomb" have?
"recomb" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "recomb" into syllables?
"recomb" is divided into syllables as: re · comb.
What is the Scrabble score for "recomb"?
The Scrabble score for "recomb" is 12 points.
Using “recomb” in writing
Two-syllable words like "recomb" (re · comb) 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, “recomb” is worth 12 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 “recomb”
The letters in “recomb” can be rearranged to spell one other word: comber.