How many syllables in “redevelopment”?
syllables in "redevelopment"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · de · ve · lop · ment
Letters
13
r · e · d · e · v · e · l · o · p · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “redevelopment”
The word “redevelopment” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · de · ve · lop · ment. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "redevelopment" have?
"redevelopment" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "redevelopment" into syllables?
"redevelopment" is divided into syllables as: re · de · ve · lop · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "redevelopment"?
The Scrabble score for "redevelopment" is 21 points.
Using “redevelopment” in writing
"redevelopment" (re · de · ve · lop · ment) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “redevelopment” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.