How many syllables in “resizes”?
syllables in "resizes"
Word details
Syllables
2
resi · zes
Letters
7
r · e · s · i · z · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “resizes”
The word “resizes” contains 2 syllables, divided as resi · zes. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "resizes" have?
"resizes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "resizes" into syllables?
"resizes" is divided into syllables as: resi · zes.
What is the Scrabble score for "resizes"?
The Scrabble score for "resizes" is 16 points.
Using “resizes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "resizes" (resi · zes) 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, “resizes” is worth 16 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 “resizes”
The letters in “resizes” can be rearranged to spell one other word: seizers.