How many syllables in “reconquest”?
syllables in "reconquest"
Word details
Syllables
3
re · con · quest
Letters
10
r · e · c · o · n · q · u · e · s · t
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “reconquest”
The word “reconquest” contains 3 syllables, divided as re · con · quest. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reconquest" have?
"reconquest" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "reconquest" into syllables?
"reconquest" is divided into syllables as: re · con · quest.
What is the Scrabble score for "reconquest"?
The Scrabble score for "reconquest" is 21 points.
Using “reconquest” in writing
Three-syllable words like "reconquest" (re · con · quest) 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, “reconquest” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.