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How many syllables in “released”?

2

syllables in "released"

released
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Word details

Syllables

2

rele · ased

Letters

8

r · e · l · e · a · s · e · d

Scrabble

9

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

r1
e1
l1
e1
a1
s1
e1
d2

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About the word “released

The word released contains 2 syllables, divided as rele · ased. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "released" have?

"released" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "released" into syllables?

"released" is divided into syllables as: rele · ased.

What is the Scrabble score for "released"?

The Scrabble score for "released" is 9 points.

Using “released” in writing

Two-syllable words like "released" (rele · ased) 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, released 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 “released

The letters in released can be rearranged to spell one other word: resealed.

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