How many syllables in “repaired”?
syllables in "repaired"
Word details
Syllables
2
repa · ired
Letters
8
r · e · p · a · i · r · e · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “repaired”
The word “repaired” contains 2 syllables, divided as repa · ired. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "repaired" have?
"repaired" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "repaired" into syllables?
"repaired" is divided into syllables as: repa · ired.
What is the Scrabble score for "repaired"?
The Scrabble score for "repaired" is 11 points.
Using “repaired” in writing
Two-syllable words like "repaired" (repa · ired) 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, “repaired” is worth 11 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 “repaired”
The letters in “repaired” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rapiered.