How many syllables in “replace”?
syllables in "replace"
Word details
Syllables
2
repl · ace
Letters
7
r · e · p · l · a · c · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “replace”
The word “replace” contains 2 syllables, divided as repl · ace. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "replace" have?
"replace" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "replace" into syllables?
"replace" is divided into syllables as: repl · ace.
What is the Scrabble score for "replace"?
The Scrabble score for "replace" is 11 points.
Using “replace” in writing
Two-syllable words like "replace" (repl · ace) 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, “replace” is worth 11 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 “replace”
The letters in “replace” can be rearranged to spell one other word: percale.