How many syllables in “reptile”?
syllables in "reptile"
Word details
Syllables
3
rep · ti · le
Letters
7
r · e · p · t · i · l · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “reptile”
The word “reptile” contains 3 syllables, divided as rep · ti · le. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reptile" have?
"reptile" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "reptile" into syllables?
"reptile" is divided into syllables as: rep · ti · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "reptile"?
The Scrabble score for "reptile" is 9 points.
Using “reptile” in writing
Three-syllable words like "reptile" (rep · ti · le) 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, “reptile” 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 “reptile”
The letters in “reptile” can be rearranged to spell one other word: perlite.