How many syllables in “rehearses”?
syllables in "rehearses"
Word details
Syllables
2
rehea · rses
Letters
9
r · e · h · e · a · r · s · e · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “rehearses”
The word “rehearses” contains 2 syllables, divided as rehea · rses. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rehearses" have?
"rehearses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rehearses" into syllables?
"rehearses" is divided into syllables as: rehea · rses.
What is the Scrabble score for "rehearses"?
The Scrabble score for "rehearses" is 12 points.
Using “rehearses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rehearses" (rehea · rses) 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, “rehearses” is worth 12 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.