How many syllables in “record”?
syllables in "record"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · cord
Letters
6
r · e · c · o · r · d
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “record”
The word “record” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · cord. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "record" have?
"record" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "record" into syllables?
"record" is divided into syllables as: re · cord.
What is the Scrabble score for "record"?
The Scrabble score for "record" is 9 points.
Using “record” in writing
Two-syllable words like "record" (re · cord) 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, “record” is worth 9 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 “record”
The letters in “record” can be rearranged to spell one other word: corder.