How many syllables in “repressed”?
syllables in "repressed"
Word details
Syllables
2
repre · ssed
Letters
9
r · e · p · r · e · s · s · e · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “repressed”
The word “repressed” contains 2 syllables, divided as repre · ssed. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "repressed" have?
"repressed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "repressed" into syllables?
"repressed" is divided into syllables as: repre · ssed.
What is the Scrabble score for "repressed"?
The Scrabble score for "repressed" is 12 points.
Using “repressed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "repressed" (repre · ssed) 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, “repressed” is worth 12 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 “repressed”
The letters in “repressed” can be rearranged to spell one other word: derepress.