How many syllables in “replay”?
syllables in "replay"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · play
Letters
6
r · e · p · l · a · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “replay”
The word “replay” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · play. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "replay" have?
"replay" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "replay" into syllables?
"replay" is divided into syllables as: re · play.
What is the Scrabble score for "replay"?
The Scrabble score for "replay" is 11 points.
Using “replay” in writing
Two-syllable words like "replay" (re · play) 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, “replay” 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 “replay”
The letters in “replay” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: parley, pearly, player.