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How many syllables in “renowns”?

2

syllables in "renowns"

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Word details

Syllables

2

re · nowns

Letters

7

r · e · n · o · w · n · s

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

r1
e1
n1
o1
w4
n1
s1

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About the word “renowns

The word renowns contains 2 syllables, divided as re · nowns. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "renowns" have?

"renowns" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "renowns" into syllables?

"renowns" is divided into syllables as: re · nowns.

What is the Scrabble score for "renowns"?

The Scrabble score for "renowns" is 10 points.

Using “renowns” in writing

Two-syllable words like "renowns" (re · nowns) 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, renowns is worth 10 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 “renowns

The letters in renowns can be rearranged to spell one other word: wonners.

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