How many syllables in “rename”?
syllables in "rename"
Word details
Syllables
2
ren · ame
Letters
6
r · e · n · a · m · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “rename”
The word “rename” contains 2 syllables, divided as ren · ame. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rename" have?
"rename" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rename" into syllables?
"rename" is divided into syllables as: ren · ame.
What is the Scrabble score for "rename"?
The Scrabble score for "rename" is 8 points.
Using “rename” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rename" (ren · ame) 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, “rename” is worth 8 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 “rename”
The letters in “rename” can be rearranged to spell one other word: meaner.