How many syllables in “repair”?
syllables in "repair"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · pair
Letters
6
r · e · p · a · i · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “repair”
The word “repair” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · pair. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "repair" have?
"repair" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "repair" into syllables?
"repair" is divided into syllables as: re · pair.
What is the Scrabble score for "repair"?
The Scrabble score for "repair" is 8 points.
Using “repair” in writing
Two-syllable words like "repair" (re · pair) 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, “repair” 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 “repair”
The letters in “repair” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rapier.