How many syllables in “religion”?
syllables in "religion"
Word details
Syllables
3
re · li · gion
Letters
8
r · e · l · i · g · i · o · n
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “religion”
The word “religion” contains 3 syllables, divided as re · li · gion. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "religion" have?
"religion" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "religion" into syllables?
"religion" is divided into syllables as: re · li · gion.
What is the Scrabble score for "religion"?
The Scrabble score for "religion" is 9 points.
Using “religion” in writing
Three-syllable words like "religion" (re · li · gion) 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, “religion” 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 “religion”
The letters in “religion” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: ligroine, reoiling.