How many syllables in “recourse”?
syllables in "recourse"
Word details
Syllables
2
reco · urse
Letters
8
r · e · c · o · u · r · s · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “recourse”
The word “recourse” contains 2 syllables, divided as reco · urse. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "recourse" have?
"recourse" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "recourse" into syllables?
"recourse" is divided into syllables as: reco · urse.
What is the Scrabble score for "recourse"?
The Scrabble score for "recourse" is 10 points.
Using “recourse” in writing
Two-syllable words like "recourse" (reco · urse) 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, “recourse” is worth 10 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 “recourse”
The letters in “recourse” can be rearranged to spell one other word: resource.