How many syllables in “repartee”?
syllables in "repartee"
Word details
Syllables
3
re · par · tee
Letters
8
r · e · p · a · r · t · e · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “repartee”
The word “repartee” contains 3 syllables, divided as re · par · tee. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "repartee" have?
"repartee" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "repartee" into syllables?
"repartee" is divided into syllables as: re · par · tee.
What is the Scrabble score for "repartee"?
The Scrabble score for "repartee" is 10 points.
Using “repartee” in writing
Three-syllable words like "repartee" (re · par · tee) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “repartee” 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 “repartee”
The letters in “repartee” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: repeater, rerepeat.