How many syllables in “repulsed”?
syllables in "repulsed"
Word details
Syllables
2
repu · lsed
Letters
8
r · e · p · u · l · s · e · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “repulsed”
The word “repulsed” contains 2 syllables, divided as repu · lsed. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "repulsed" have?
"repulsed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "repulsed" into syllables?
"repulsed" is divided into syllables as: repu · lsed.
What is the Scrabble score for "repulsed"?
The Scrabble score for "repulsed" is 11 points.
Using “repulsed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "repulsed" (repu · lsed) 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, “repulsed” 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 “repulsed”
The letters in “repulsed” can be rearranged to spell one other word: preludes.