How many syllables in “repand”?
syllables in "repand"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · pand
Letters
6
r · e · p · a · n · d
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “repand”
The word “repand” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · pand. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "repand" have?
"repand" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "repand" into syllables?
"repand" is divided into syllables as: re · pand.
What is the Scrabble score for "repand"?
The Scrabble score for "repand" is 9 points.
Using “repand” in writing
Two-syllable words like "repand" (re · pand) 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, “repand” is worth 9 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 “repand”
The letters in “repand” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pander.