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How many syllables in “remarks”?

2

syllables in "remarks"

remarks
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Word details

Syllables

2

re · marks

Letters

7

r · e · m · a · r · k · s

Scrabble

13

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

r1
e1
m3
a1
r1
k5
s1

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About the word “remarks

The word remarks contains 2 syllables, divided as re · marks. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "remarks" have?

"remarks" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "remarks" into syllables?

"remarks" is divided into syllables as: re · marks.

What is the Scrabble score for "remarks"?

The Scrabble score for "remarks" is 13 points.

Using “remarks” in writing

Two-syllable words like "remarks" (re · marks) 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, remarks is worth 13 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 “remarks

The letters in remarks can be rearranged to spell one other word: markers.

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