How many syllables in “rekindling”?
syllables in "rekindling"
Word details
Syllables
3
re · kin · dling
Letters
10
r · e · k · i · n · d · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
16
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About the word “rekindling”
The word “rekindling” contains 3 syllables, divided as re · kin · dling. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rekindling" have?
"rekindling" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "rekindling" into syllables?
"rekindling" is divided into syllables as: re · kin · dling.
What is the Scrabble score for "rekindling"?
The Scrabble score for "rekindling" is 16 points.
Using “rekindling” in writing
Three-syllable words like "rekindling" (re · kin · dling) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “rekindling” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.