How many syllables in “repay”?
syllables in "repay"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · pay
Letters
5
r · e · p · a · y
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “repay”
The word “repay” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · pay. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "repay" have?
"repay" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "repay" into syllables?
"repay" is divided into syllables as: re · pay.
What is the Scrabble score for "repay"?
The Scrabble score for "repay" is 10 points.
Using “repay” in writing
Two-syllable words like "repay" (re · pay) 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, “repay” 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 “repay”
The letters in “repay” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: apery, payer.