How many syllables in “recon”?
syllables in "recon"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · con
Letters
5
r · e · c · o · n
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “recon”
The word “recon” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · con. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "recon" have?
"recon" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "recon" into syllables?
"recon" is divided into syllables as: re · con.
What is the Scrabble score for "recon"?
The Scrabble score for "recon" is 7 points.
Using “recon” in writing
Two-syllable words like "recon" (re · con) 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, “recon” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “recon”
The letters in “recon” can be rearranged to spell one other word: crone.