How many syllables in “redrive”?
syllables in "redrive"
Word details
Syllables
2
redr · ive
Letters
7
r · e · d · r · i · v · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “redrive”
The word “redrive” contains 2 syllables, divided as redr · ive. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "redrive" have?
"redrive" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "redrive" into syllables?
"redrive" is divided into syllables as: redr · ive.
What is the Scrabble score for "redrive"?
The Scrabble score for "redrive" is 11 points.
Using “redrive” in writing
Two-syllable words like "redrive" (redr · ive) 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, “redrive” is worth 11 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 “redrive”
The letters in “redrive” can be rearranged to spell one other word: deriver.