How many syllables in “region”?
syllables in "region"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · gion
Letters
6
r · e · g · i · o · n
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “region”
The word “region” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · gion. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "region" have?
"region" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "region" into syllables?
"region" is divided into syllables as: re · gion.
What is the Scrabble score for "region"?
The Scrabble score for "region" is 7 points.
Using “region” in writing
Two-syllable words like "region" (re · gion) 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, “region” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “region”
The letters in “region” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: eringo, ignore.