How many syllables in “resent”?
syllables in "resent"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · sent
Letters
6
r · e · s · e · n · t
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “resent”
The word “resent” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · sent. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "resent" have?
"resent" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "resent" into syllables?
"resent" is divided into syllables as: re · sent.
What is the Scrabble score for "resent"?
The Scrabble score for "resent" is 6 points.
Using “resent” in writing
Two-syllable words like "resent" (re · sent) 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, “resent” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “resent”
The letters in “resent” can be rearranged to spell 7 other words: enters, nester, renest, rentes, tenser, ternes, and 1 more.