How many syllables in “reobtain”?
syllables in "reobtain"
Word details
Syllables
2
reob · tain
Letters
8
r · e · o · b · t · a · i · n
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “reobtain”
The word “reobtain” contains 2 syllables, divided as reob · tain. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reobtain" have?
"reobtain" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "reobtain" into syllables?
"reobtain" is divided into syllables as: reob · tain.
What is the Scrabble score for "reobtain"?
The Scrabble score for "reobtain" is 10 points.
Using “reobtain” in writing
Two-syllable words like "reobtain" (reob · tain) 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, “reobtain” 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 “reobtain”
The letters in “reobtain” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: baritone, obtainer, taborine.