How many syllables in “repayment”?
syllables in "repayment"
Word details
Syllables
3
re · pay · ment
Letters
9
r · e · p · a · y · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “repayment”
The word “repayment” contains 3 syllables, divided as re · pay · ment. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "repayment" have?
"repayment" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "repayment" into syllables?
"repayment" is divided into syllables as: re · pay · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "repayment"?
The Scrabble score for "repayment" is 16 points.
Using “repayment” in writing
Three-syllable words like "repayment" (re · pay · ment) 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, “repayment” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.