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How many syllables in “repressors”?

3

syllables in "repressors"

repressors
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Word details

Syllables

3

re · pres · sors

Letters

10

r · e · p · r · e · s · s · o · r · s

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

r1
e1
p3
r1
e1
s1
s1
o1
r1
s1

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About the word “repressors

The word repressors contains 3 syllables, divided as re · pres · sors. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "repressors" have?

"repressors" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "repressors" into syllables?

"repressors" is divided into syllables as: re · pres · sors.

What is the Scrabble score for "repressors"?

The Scrabble score for "repressors" is 12 points.

Using “repressors” in writing

Three-syllable words like "repressors" (re · pres · sors) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, repressors 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.

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