How many syllables in “rend”?
syllable in "rend"
Word details
Syllables
1
rend
Letters
4
r · e · n · d
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “rend”
The word “rend” contains 1 syllable, divided as rend. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rend" have?
"rend" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "rend" into syllables?
"rend" is divided into syllables as: rend.
What is the Scrabble score for "rend"?
The Scrabble score for "rend" is 5 points.
Using “rend” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "rend" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “rend” 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 “rend”
The letters in “rend” can be rearranged to spell one other word: nerd.