How many syllables in “renal”?
syllables in "renal"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · nal
Letters
5
r · e · n · a · l
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “renal”
The word “renal” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · nal. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "renal" have?
"renal" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "renal" into syllables?
"renal" is divided into syllables as: re · nal.
What is the Scrabble score for "renal"?
The Scrabble score for "renal" is 5 points.
Using “renal” in writing
Two-syllable words like "renal" (re · nal) 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, “renal” is worth 5 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “renal”
The letters in “renal” can be rearranged to spell one other word: learn.