How many syllables in “repress”?
syllables in "repress"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · press
Letters
7
r · e · p · r · e · s · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “repress”
The word “repress” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · press. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "repress" have?
"repress" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "repress" into syllables?
"repress" is divided into syllables as: re · press.
What is the Scrabble score for "repress"?
The Scrabble score for "repress" is 9 points.
Using “repress” in writing
Two-syllable words like "repress" (re · press) 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, “repress” is worth 9 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 “repress”
The letters in “repress” can be rearranged to spell one other word: presser.