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