How many syllables in “renew”?
syllables in "renew"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · new
Letters
5
r · e · n · e · w
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “renew”
The word “renew” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · new. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "renew" have?
"renew" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "renew" into syllables?
"renew" is divided into syllables as: re · new.
What is the Scrabble score for "renew"?
The Scrabble score for "renew" is 8 points.
Using “renew” in writing
Two-syllable words like "renew" (re · new) 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, “renew” 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 “renew”
The letters in “renew” can be rearranged to spell one other word: newer.