How many syllables in “reemploy”?
syllables in "reemploy"
Word details
Syllables
2
reem · ploy
Letters
8
r · e · e · m · p · l · o · y
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “reemploy”
The word “reemploy” contains 2 syllables, divided as reem · ploy. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reemploy" have?
"reemploy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "reemploy" into syllables?
"reemploy" is divided into syllables as: reem · ploy.
What is the Scrabble score for "reemploy"?
The Scrabble score for "reemploy" is 15 points.
Using “reemploy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "reemploy" (reem · ploy) 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, “reemploy” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “reemploy”
The letters in “reemploy” can be rearranged to spell one other word: employer.