How many syllables in “remarried”?
syllables in "remarried"
Word details
Syllables
3
re · mar · ried
Letters
9
r · e · m · a · r · r · i · e · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “remarried”
The word “remarried” contains 3 syllables, divided as re · mar · ried. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "remarried" have?
"remarried" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "remarried" into syllables?
"remarried" is divided into syllables as: re · mar · ried.
What is the Scrabble score for "remarried"?
The Scrabble score for "remarried" is 12 points.
Using “remarried” in writing
Three-syllable words like "remarried" (re · mar · ried) 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, “remarried” 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.