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How many syllables in “refuel”?

2

syllables in "refuel"

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Word details

Syllables

2

re · fuel

Letters

6

r · e · f · u · e · l

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

r1
e1
f4
u1
e1
l1

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About the word “refuel

The word refuel contains 2 syllables, divided as re · fuel. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "refuel" have?

"refuel" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "refuel" into syllables?

"refuel" is divided into syllables as: re · fuel.

What is the Scrabble score for "refuel"?

The Scrabble score for "refuel" is 9 points.

Using “refuel” in writing

Two-syllable words like "refuel" (re · fuel) 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, refuel 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 “refuel

The letters in refuel can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: ferule, fueler.

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