How many syllables in “redate”?
syllables in "redate"
Word details
Syllables
2
red · ate
Letters
6
r · e · d · a · t · e
Scrabble
7
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About the word “redate”
The word “redate” contains 2 syllables, divided as red · ate. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "redate" have?
"redate" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "redate" into syllables?
"redate" is divided into syllables as: red · ate.
What is the Scrabble score for "redate"?
The Scrabble score for "redate" is 7 points.
Using “redate” in writing
Two-syllable words like "redate" (red · ate) 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, “redate” 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 “redate”
The letters in “redate” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: derate, teared.