How many syllables in “resize”?
syllables in "resize"
Word details
Syllables
2
res · ize
Letters
6
r · e · s · i · z · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “resize”
The word “resize” contains 2 syllables, divided as res · ize. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "resize" have?
"resize" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "resize" into syllables?
"resize" is divided into syllables as: res · ize.
What is the Scrabble score for "resize"?
The Scrabble score for "resize" is 15 points.
Using “resize” in writing
Two-syllable words like "resize" (res · ize) 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, “resize” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “resize”
The letters in “resize” can be rearranged to spell one other word: seizer.