How many syllables in “resay”?
syllables in "resay"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · say
Letters
5
r · e · s · a · y
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “resay”
The word “resay” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · say. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "resay" have?
"resay" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "resay" into syllables?
"resay" is divided into syllables as: re · say.
What is the Scrabble score for "resay"?
The Scrabble score for "resay" is 8 points.
Using “resay” in writing
Two-syllable words like "resay" (re · say) 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, “resay” is worth 8 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 “resay”
The letters in “resay” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: eyras, sayer, years.