How many syllables in “reset”?
syllables in "reset"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · set
Letters
5
r · e · s · e · t
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “reset”
The word “reset” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · set. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reset" have?
"reset" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "reset" into syllables?
"reset" is divided into syllables as: re · set.
What is the Scrabble score for "reset"?
The Scrabble score for "reset" is 5 points.
Using “reset” in writing
Two-syllable words like "reset" (re · set) 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, “reset” is worth 5 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 “reset”
The letters in “reset” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: ester, reest, steer, stere, terse, trees.