How many syllables in “repousses”?
syllables in "repousses"
Word details
Syllables
2
repou · sses
Letters
9
r · e · p · o · u · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “repousses”
The word “repousses” contains 2 syllables, divided as repou · sses. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "repousses" have?
"repousses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "repousses" into syllables?
"repousses" is divided into syllables as: repou · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "repousses"?
The Scrabble score for "repousses" is 11 points.
Using “repousses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "repousses" (repou · sses) 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, “repousses” 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 “repousses”
The letters in “repousses” can be rearranged to spell one other word: espousers.