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How many syllables in “repeats”?

2

syllables in "repeats"

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Word details

Syllables

2

re · peats

Letters

7

r · e · p · e · a · t · s

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

r1
e1
p3
e1
a1
t1
s1

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About the word “repeats

The word repeats contains 2 syllables, divided as re · peats. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "repeats" have?

"repeats" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "repeats" into syllables?

"repeats" is divided into syllables as: re · peats.

What is the Scrabble score for "repeats"?

The Scrabble score for "repeats" is 9 points.

Using “repeats” in writing

Two-syllable words like "repeats" (re · peats) 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, repeats is worth 9 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 “repeats

The letters in repeats can be rearranged to spell one other word: retapes.

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