How many syllables in “refresh”?
syllables in "refresh"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · fresh
Letters
7
r · e · f · r · e · s · h
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “refresh”
The word “refresh” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · fresh. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "refresh" have?
"refresh" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "refresh" into syllables?
"refresh" is divided into syllables as: re · fresh.
What is the Scrabble score for "refresh"?
The Scrabble score for "refresh" is 13 points.
Using “refresh” in writing
Two-syllable words like "refresh" (re · fresh) 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, “refresh” is worth 13 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 “refresh”
The letters in “refresh” can be rearranged to spell one other word: fresher.