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How many syllables in “required”?

2

syllables in "required"

required
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Word details

Syllables

2

requ · ired

Letters

8

r · e · q · u · i · r · e · d

Scrabble

18

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

r1
e1
q10
u1
i1
r1
e1
d2

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About the word “required

The word required contains 2 syllables, divided as requ · ired. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "required" have?

"required" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "required" into syllables?

"required" is divided into syllables as: requ · ired.

What is the Scrabble score for "required"?

The Scrabble score for "required" is 18 points.

Using “required” in writing

Two-syllable words like "required" (requ · ired) 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, required is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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