How many syllables in “reconsidering”?
syllables in "reconsidering"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · con · si · de · ring
Letters
13
r · e · c · o · n · s · i · d · e · r · i · n · g
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “reconsidering”
The word “reconsidering” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · con · si · de · ring. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reconsidering" have?
"reconsidering" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "reconsidering" into syllables?
"reconsidering" is divided into syllables as: re · con · si · de · ring.
What is the Scrabble score for "reconsidering"?
The Scrabble score for "reconsidering" is 17 points.
Using “reconsidering” in writing
"reconsidering" (re · con · si · de · ring) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “reconsidering” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.