How many syllables in “reply”?
syllables in "reply"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · ply
Letters
5
r · e · p · l · y
Scrabble
10
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “reply”
The word “reply” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · ply. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reply" have?
"reply" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "reply" into syllables?
"reply" is divided into syllables as: re · ply.
What is the Scrabble score for "reply"?
The Scrabble score for "reply" is 10 points.
Using “reply” in writing
Two-syllable words like "reply" (re · ply) 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, “reply” is worth 10 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 “reply”
The letters in “reply” can be rearranged to spell one other word: plyer.