How many syllables in “rekey”?
syllables in "rekey"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · key
Letters
5
r · e · k · e · y
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “rekey”
The word “rekey” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · key. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rekey" have?
"rekey" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rekey" into syllables?
"rekey" is divided into syllables as: re · key.
What is the Scrabble score for "rekey"?
The Scrabble score for "rekey" is 12 points.
Using “rekey” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rekey" (re · key) 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, “rekey” 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.
Anagrams of “rekey”
The letters in “rekey” can be rearranged to spell one other word: reeky.