How many syllables in “request”?
syllables in "request"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · quest
Letters
7
r · e · q · u · e · s · t
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “request”
The word “request” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · quest. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "request" have?
"request" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "request" into syllables?
"request" is divided into syllables as: re · quest.
What is the Scrabble score for "request"?
The Scrabble score for "request" is 16 points.
Using “request” in writing
Two-syllable words like "request" (re · quest) 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, “request” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “request”
The letters in “request” can be rearranged to spell one other word: quester.