How many syllables in “repel”?
syllables in "repel"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · pel
Letters
5
r · e · p · e · l
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “repel”
The word “repel” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · pel. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "repel" have?
"repel" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "repel" into syllables?
"repel" is divided into syllables as: re · pel.
What is the Scrabble score for "repel"?
The Scrabble score for "repel" is 7 points.
Using “repel” in writing
Two-syllable words like "repel" (re · pel) 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, “repel” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “repel”
The letters in “repel” can be rearranged to spell one other word: leper.