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How many syllables in “refers”?

2

syllables in "refers"

refers
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Word details

Syllables

2

re · fers

Letters

6

r · e · f · e · r · s

Scrabble

9

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

r1
e1
f4
e1
r1
s1

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About the word “refers

The word refers contains 2 syllables, divided as re · fers. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "refers" have?

"refers" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "refers" into syllables?

"refers" is divided into syllables as: re · fers.

What is the Scrabble score for "refers"?

The Scrabble score for "refers" is 9 points.

Using “refers” in writing

Two-syllable words like "refers" (re · fers) 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, refers is worth 9 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 “refers

The letters in refers can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: freers, freres.

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