How many syllables in “refill”?
syllables in "refill"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · fill
Letters
6
r · e · f · i · l · l
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “refill”
The word “refill” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · fill. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "refill" have?
"refill" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "refill" into syllables?
"refill" is divided into syllables as: re · fill.
What is the Scrabble score for "refill"?
The Scrabble score for "refill" is 9 points.
Using “refill” in writing
Two-syllable words like "refill" (re · fill) 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, “refill” 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 “refill”
The letters in “refill” can be rearranged to spell one other word: filler.