How many syllables in “redux”?
syllables in "redux"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · dux
Letters
5
r · e · d · u · x
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “redux”
The word “redux” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · dux. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "redux" have?
"redux" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "redux" into syllables?
"redux" is divided into syllables as: re · dux.
What is the Scrabble score for "redux"?
The Scrabble score for "redux" is 13 points.
Using “redux” in writing
Two-syllable words like "redux" (re · dux) 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, “redux” 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.