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