How many syllables in “reestablish”?
syllables in "reestablish"
Word details
Syllables
3
ree · sta · blish
Letters
11
r · e · e · s · t · a · b · l · i · s · h
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “reestablish”
The word “reestablish” contains 3 syllables, divided as ree · sta · blish. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reestablish" have?
"reestablish" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "reestablish" into syllables?
"reestablish" is divided into syllables as: ree · sta · blish.
What is the Scrabble score for "reestablish"?
The Scrabble score for "reestablish" is 16 points.
Using “reestablish” in writing
Three-syllable words like "reestablish" (ree · sta · blish) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “reestablish” is worth 16 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 “reestablish”
The letters in “reestablish” can be rearranged to spell one other word: establisher.