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