How many syllables in “resort”?
syllables in "resort"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · sort
Letters
6
r · e · s · o · r · t
Scrabble
6
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About the word “resort”
The word “resort” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · sort. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "resort" have?
"resort" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "resort" into syllables?
"resort" is divided into syllables as: re · sort.
What is the Scrabble score for "resort"?
The Scrabble score for "resort" is 6 points.
Using “resort” in writing
Two-syllable words like "resort" (re · sort) 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, “resort” 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 “resort”
The letters in “resort” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: retros, roster, sorter.