How many syllables in “reenlist”?
syllables in "reenlist"
Word details
Syllables
2
reen · list
Letters
8
r · e · e · n · l · i · s · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “reenlist”
The word “reenlist” contains 2 syllables, divided as reen · list. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reenlist" have?
"reenlist" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "reenlist" into syllables?
"reenlist" is divided into syllables as: reen · list.
What is the Scrabble score for "reenlist"?
The Scrabble score for "reenlist" is 8 points.
Using “reenlist” in writing
Two-syllable words like "reenlist" (reen · list) 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, “reenlist” is worth 8 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 “reenlist”
The letters in “reenlist” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: enlister, listener, silenter.