How many syllables in “repository”?
syllables in "repository"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · po · si · to · ry
Letters
10
r · e · p · o · s · i · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “repository”
The word “repository” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · po · si · to · ry. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "repository" have?
"repository" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "repository" into syllables?
"repository" is divided into syllables as: re · po · si · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "repository"?
The Scrabble score for "repository" is 15 points.
Using “repository” in writing
"repository" (re · po · si · to · ry) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “repository” 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.