How many syllables in “replaying”?
syllables in "replaying"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · playing
Letters
9
r · e · p · l · a · y · i · n · g
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “replaying”
The word “replaying” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · playing. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "replaying" have?
"replaying" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "replaying" into syllables?
"replaying" is divided into syllables as: re · playing.
What is the Scrabble score for "replaying"?
The Scrabble score for "replaying" is 15 points.
Using “replaying” in writing
Two-syllable words like "replaying" (re · playing) 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, “replaying” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “replaying”
The letters in “replaying” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: pargyline, parleying.