How many syllables in “repeater”?
syllables in "repeater"
Word details
Syllables
3
re · pea · ter
Letters
8
r · e · p · e · a · t · e · r
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “repeater”
The word “repeater” contains 3 syllables, divided as re · pea · ter. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "repeater" have?
"repeater" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "repeater" into syllables?
"repeater" is divided into syllables as: re · pea · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "repeater"?
The Scrabble score for "repeater" is 10 points.
Using “repeater” in writing
Three-syllable words like "repeater" (re · pea · ter) 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, “repeater” 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 “repeater”
The letters in “repeater” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: repartee, rerepeat.