How many syllables in “residents”?
syllables in "residents"
Word details
Syllables
3
re · si · dents
Letters
9
r · e · s · i · d · e · n · t · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “residents”
The word “residents” contains 3 syllables, divided as re · si · dents. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "residents" have?
"residents" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "residents" into syllables?
"residents" is divided into syllables as: re · si · dents.
What is the Scrabble score for "residents"?
The Scrabble score for "residents" is 10 points.
Using “residents” in writing
Three-syllable words like "residents" (re · si · dents) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “residents” is worth 10 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 “residents”
The letters in “residents” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: dissenter, tiredness.