How many syllables in “recur”?
syllables in "recur"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · cur
Letters
5
r · e · c · u · r
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “recur”
The word “recur” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · cur. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "recur" have?
"recur" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "recur" into syllables?
"recur" is divided into syllables as: re · cur.
What is the Scrabble score for "recur"?
The Scrabble score for "recur" is 7 points.
Using “recur” in writing
Two-syllable words like "recur" (re · cur) 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, “recur” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “recur”
The letters in “recur” can be rearranged to spell one other word: curer.