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How many syllables in “rectangles”?

3

syllables in "rectangles"

rectangles
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Word details

Syllables

3

rec · tan · gles

Letters

10

r · e · c · t · a · n · g · l · e · s

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

r1
e1
c3
t1
a1
n1
g2
l1
e1
s1

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About the word “rectangles

The word rectangles contains 3 syllables, divided as rec · tan · gles. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "rectangles" have?

"rectangles" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "rectangles" into syllables?

"rectangles" is divided into syllables as: rec · tan · gles.

What is the Scrabble score for "rectangles"?

The Scrabble score for "rectangles" is 13 points.

Using “rectangles” in writing

Three-syllable words like "rectangles" (rec · tan · gles) 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, rectangles is worth 13 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.

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